"Rio de Janeiro Sizzles Under Record-Breaking Heat Wave"

A scorching heatwave in Brazil has led to a record heat index of 62.3 degrees Celsius (144.1 degrees Fahrenheit) in Rio de Janeiro, the highest in a decade, with the actual maximum temperature reaching 42C. The extreme heat has driven residents to beaches and parks, while authorities warn of intense rains and storms in the south of the country. The situation has raised concerns about water scarcity and deforestation, with experts emphasizing the deadly impact of heatwaves on human health amidst the escalating extreme weather events worldwide.