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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.
Published July 2, 2026 · Category: News
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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.
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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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Originally published at www.theguardian.com.
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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. Continue reading...
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