Note from Editor: The views expressed here are the author’s (Journalist Brian Cano Sr.) own and do not necessarily reflect those of Tysonomo Multimedia.
PHOENIX – Arizona is undeniably facing the effects of climate change, and the data paints a stark picture. Phoenix, a city long accustomed to high temperatures, is now setting record after record for extreme heat.
The National Weather Service (NWS) reported that Phoenix set new heat records on Thursday, with the temperature hitting 110 degrees for the 56th time this year, surpassing the previous record of 55 days set in 2023.
This is not just an anomaly—it’s a dangerous trend that underscores the impact of a warming planet. Heat-related illnesses are on the rise.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), conditions like heat exhaustion and heatstroke occur when the body cannot cool itself fast enough. Symptoms like dizziness, headaches, and nausea are often early signs.
Vulnerable populations—older adults, children, and those with chronic illnesses—are at the highest risk. While staying indoors with air conditioning might seem like an easy fix, it is only a temporary solution to a much bigger problem.