At least 25 people die in US as record heatwave scorches swaths of country
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A deadly heatwave has gripped the eastern US, with temperatures soaring above 100F in over 20 states, leading to at least 25 deaths as a massive heat dome lingers. This extreme weather event underscores the intensifying impact of climate change, which is driving such record-breaking temperatures. The heatwave, occurring during a significant holiday weekend, highlights the urgent need for better preparedness and policy responses to mitigate the climate crisis and protect public health.
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