United States: 44 million people threatened by extreme heatwave
An unprecedented heatwave affects 44 million Americans in the western and central U.S.
Published 2j1 sourceImportantupdated 1j
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The fact
Temperatures far exceed seasonal norms, hindering wildfire suppression efforts.
Local authorities issue health alerts to protect vulnerable populations.
Why it matters
Cette canicule, l’une des plus intenses de l’année, expose des millions de personnes à des risques sanitaires graves et aggrave les crises environnementales, comme les incendies.