US Heatwave Claims 25 Lives Amidst Record Temperatures
A severe heatwave, fueled by the climate crisis, has resulted in numerous deaths across the United States. In New Jersey alone, officials believe extreme heat was a factor in 22 fatalities, with many victims found without air conditioning or outdoors. Heat-related deaths have also been reported in Illinois and Mississippi, underscoring the life-threatening nature of this intense and prolonged period of extreme temperatures. Scientists warn that such events highlight the urgent need to address the greenhouse gas pollution driving the global climate crisis.
John Q. Hosedrinker