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Texas swelters as record-breaking heatwave sweeps across state (www.theguardian.com)

submitted 1 week ago by Powderhorn@beehaw.org to c/usnews@beehaw.org

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Temperatures across the central and southern region of the state ranged from 100F to 111F, levels that experts warn can pose serious health risks for anyone without access to air conditioning or enough water.

The extreme temperatures are expected to continue well into next week.

On Wednesday, Austin recorded a sweltering 101F by 5pm, breaking its previous same-day record of 97F set in 2022. Forecasts earlier in the day said the city could reach as high as 105F, far above the average May high of 87F.

This has really thrown a wrench in things. I figured I had another few weeks before there would be any need to consider abandoning the van.

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[–] remington@beehaw.org 4 points 1 week ago (2 children)

I hope you are staying cool down there Pete.

[–] Powderhorn@beehaw.org 6 points 1 week ago (1 children)

So far, the garage is working out well.

[–] remington@beehaw.org 5 points 1 week ago

Good to hear!