Phoenix’s Scorching June Shatters Heat Records: Rising Burn Injuries and Heat Deaths Prompt Urgent Health Warnings
Phoenix, AZ — Phoenix experienced its hottest June on record this year, with nearly half the days last month seeing temperatures soar past 110 degrees Fahrenheit. On the peak day, the thermometer hit a scorching 117 degrees. These extreme conditions are contributing to a steep increase in heat-related health issues including severe burns from contact … Read more