Deadly US heat wave breaks records, strains emergency services
Summary: A deadly heat wave grips the US, with a motorcyclist dying in Death Valley. June marked the 13th consecutive month of record global temperatures. Death Valley hit 128 F (53.3 C), breaking records. Emergency services were strained due to extreme heat. Las Vegas set a record of 120 F (48.8 C). Heat advisories extended to higher elevations. Furnace Creek may reach 130 F (54.4 C) soon. Death Valley holds the record for the hottest temperature on Earth.
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