"Record Heat Waves Sweep Across U.S., Prompting Urgent Disaster Declarations"

A NASA map using satellite images and the Goddard Earth Observing System model reveals extreme heat across the U.S. on July 10, 2024, with temperatures exceeding 104 degrees Fahrenheit in many areas. The Southwest experienced the most intense heat, with Las Vegas setting a record of 118 degrees. Death Valley saw a high of 129 degrees, leading to a fatality and multiple hospitalizations. The heat wave has also affected the East Coast, with New York City and Washington, D.C. experiencing record temperatures. Excessive heat warnings remain in effect for several regions.