Record-Breaking Heatwave: Earth's Hottest Day in History

Monday was recorded as the hottest day on Earth, with an average temperature of 62.6 degrees Fahrenheit, surpassing the previous record set last year. This measurement, taken by U.S. meteorologists, is yet to be confirmed by other sources but could be surpassed as the summer progresses. The global average temperature is expected to continue rising due to the onset of an El Nino weather phenomenon and ongoing human activity, such as the burning of fossil fuels.