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We just had the hottest August, hottest summer, and hottest year to date in U.S. history
Summary by Storm News Editorial Desk Bob Henson , as published by Yale Climate Connections
· September 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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NOAA data show unprecedented heat across the contiguous U.S., as deepening drought, shrinking reservoirs, and a severe wildfire season underscore the growing impacts of a warming climate.
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Key points , as deepening drought, shrinking reservoirs, and a severe wildfire season underscore the growing impacts of a warming climate. NOAA data show unprecedented heat across the contiguous U. More safety Today’s briefing
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