"Extreme Heat in Mexico Causes Howler Monkeys to Drop Dead from Trees"

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A 'heat dome' has caused extreme temperatures in Mexico, Central America, and the U.S. South, straining energy grids and leading to wildlife deaths. The high-pressure system has blocked cloud formation, resulting in extensive sunshine and heat. This event, exacerbated by climate change, raises concerns about the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season. The heat wave has led to power outages, water shortages, and increased mortality among animals, with Mexico experiencing record temperatures and severe impacts on its population and infrastructure.
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- The brutal heat in Mexico is causing howler monkeys to drop dead from trees The Washington Post
- Extreme weather is having a dire effects on animals. Here's what's being done to protect them. Yahoo! Voices
- Mexico's howler monkeys dropping dead as heat toll mounts Reuters.com
- It's so hot in Mexico that monkeys are falling dead from trees Business Insider
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