California: The Epicenter of Heat Extremes
California stands out in 2025 as the state most battered by relentless heatwaves, with some regions experiencing temperatures over 120°F. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) confirmed that California endured its hottest summer ever in 2024, showing an average temperature spike of 2.5°F above previous records. Drought conditions, already severe, have only worsened, fueling a surge in wildfires across both Northern and Southern California. In Death Valley, meteorologists predict temperatures could push the boundary to an astonishing 130°F this summer, making it arguably the hottest spot on the planet. The…..