Death Valley

https://www.science.org/content/article/move-over-death-valley-these-are-two-hottest-spots-earth 

Move over, Death Valley:  These are the two hottest spots on Earth

Two places hold the record for highest surface temperatures on the planet

 A new analysis of high-resolution satellite data finds the Lut Desert in Iran and the Sonoran Desert along the Mexican-U.S. border have recently reached a sizzling 80.8°C (177.4°F).

 

Alerts for: City of Toronto

Alerts for: City of Toronto

Statements

10:11 PM EDT Monday 30 May 2022
Special weather statement in effect for:

• City of Toronto

First heat event of the season.

Hot and increasingly humid weather is expected through Tuesday.

Maximum temperatures on Tuesday will be in the low thirties, and with forecast minimum temperatures in the low twenties in many areas, little relief from the heat is expected on Tuesday night.

Cooler air is expected to arrive on Wednesday.

These conditions pose a health risk when you are not used to the heat.
Everyone is at risk from heat, especially older adults; infants and young children; and people with chronic illnesses.

You are advised to 1) drink plenty of cool liquids before feeling thirsty; and 2) keep cool by dressing for the weather and spending more time in a cool place.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm

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