Without Climate Change, U.S. Heat Wave Called ‘Virtually Impossible’

The New York Times·Jul 3

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A recent heat wave in the US, particularly in the western and southwestern regions, has been described as virtually impossible without climate change. The extreme temperatures have led to high rates of heat-related emergency room visits. The relationship between climate change and heat waves is also being considered in other regions, including Europe.

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