Heat wave hits U.S., breaks records, fuels wildfires

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A heatwave affecting 130 million people in the U.S. broke records with temperatures reaching 117°F in Ukiah and 111°F in Livermore. Las Vegas tied a record at 115°F, and Phoenix hit 114°F. The National Weather Service extended heat warnings, with temperatures expected to peak at 115-120°F in the Southwest. Maricopa County reported 13 heat-related deaths. California wildfires were fueled by high temperatures and low humidity.


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