Unprecedented heat wave brings scorching temperatures to the Western US at the beginning of October

The article discusses the current heat wave that is expected to continue over the coming days, with dozens of heat records possibly being set in various locations from California to Colorado. The warm start to October follows a summer of extreme temperatures, with both Arizona and California experiencing their warmest summers on record in 2024. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has reported that extreme heat is expected to worsen due to climate change. Studies have shown that as the planet warms, heat waves will become more common, more severe, and longer lasting. This trend highlights the urgent need for action to address climate change and mitigate its impacts on extreme weather events such as heat waves.

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