New York’s Unprecedented June Heatwave: A Sign of Climate Change
Doug McIntyre reports from Manhattan on an unprecedented heatwave hitting New York City, with temperatures expected to reach 100 degrees for three consecutive days, an anomaly for this time of year. This extreme weather is part of a heat dome affecting much of the country, moving from California to the Midwest and now the East Coast. Cities like Boston and Philadelphia are also experiencing unusually high temperatures. McIntyre emphasizes that New York’s infrastructure is ill-prepared for such heat, referencing past blackouts caused by high energy demands. This situation exemplifies the tangible effects of climate change, with unprecedented temperature fluctuations posing significant challenges to urban areas.
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