Recent temperature records have been broken, with the hottest August, summer, and year to date occurring in U.S. history. This extreme heat is part of a broader trend of unprecedented warmth across the contiguous U.S.

Deepening drought and shrinking reservoirs are among the consequences of this warming climate. A severe wildfire season is also underway, highlighting the growing impacts of climate change.

Further information on these record-breaking temperatures and their effects can be found through NOAA data, which provides more details on the current state of the climate and its implications.