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Forecasters warn of record-breaking US summer heat amid intense El Niño

The Guardian UK Thursday 02 July 2026, 11:30 UTC By Eric Holthaus 1 min read
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More than 100 million people could be affected in week leading to 4 July, with increased risks of droughts and wildfiresMeteorologists are anticipating a tumultuous summer that could rank as one of the US’s hottest ever. New data released on Tuesday showed the first six months of the year were the hottest ever measured for parts of eight western states.

More than 100 million people could be affected in week leading to 4 July, with increased risks of droughts and wildfires

Meteorologists are anticipating a tumultuous summer that could rank as one of the US’s hottest ever.

New data released on Tuesday showed the first six months of the year were the hottest ever measured for parts of eight western states.

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