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"Summer Heatwave Sweeps Across US Regions for Labor Day Weekend"
weather2 years ago

"Summer Heatwave Sweeps Across US Regions for Labor Day Weekend"

Scorching temperatures are expected to hit several regions in the US, including the Great Plains, Great Lakes, and the Northeast, for the remainder of the Labor Day weekend. The Northeast will experience its first true heat wave of the year, with temperatures in the 90s lasting from Sunday through Thursday. Washington, D.C. could reach near-record temperatures of up to 100 degrees. More than two dozen locations across America have already experienced their hottest summer on record, with major cities like Miami, New Orleans, Houston, and Phoenix being affected. Additionally, a tropical system is developing off Africa, potentially creating a storm in the Caribbean by next weekend.

Extreme Heatwave in Baghdad Takes Toll on Iraqis and Zoo Animals
weatherclimate2 years ago

Extreme Heatwave in Baghdad Takes Toll on Iraqis and Zoo Animals

Iraqis in Baghdad are enduring a punishing heatwave with temperatures exceeding 50 degrees Celsius, causing residents to struggle with daily activities and prompting changes in work schedules. The scorching heat, coupled with a water shortage, has made coping with the extreme weather even more challenging. Scientists warn that 2023 may be the hottest year on record, while other parts of the world experience heavy rains and floods.