Global Heat Wave: Millions Battle Dangerous Temperatures

A suffocating heat wave has engulfed the South and Southwest regions of the United States, with over 100 million people under excessive heat warnings and advisories. Record-breaking temperatures are expected in 45 locales, including California, Texas, Nevada, Idaho, and Oregon. Death Valley National Park may reach or surpass 130 degrees, close to the world record temperature recorded there in 1913. Las Vegas could experience three consecutive days with highs of 115 degrees, challenging its previous record. El Paso and Phoenix have already endured scorching temperatures for several days, with St. George, Utah, likely to break its record-high temperature. Additionally, thick smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to affect parts of the United States.