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Extreme Heat Wave Scorches West Coast with Unprecedented Intensity

Scorching Temperatures Grip Pacific Northwest and Beyond

An unusually long and dangerous heat wave is intensifying and spreading up the West Coast, with no relief in sight for days. From Oregon to California to Arizona, several cities have witnessed scorching temperatures in recent years, but the current heat wave is unlike anything the region has experienced before.

California Braces for Triple-Digit Temperatures

California is particularly vulnerable to the heat wave, with triple-digit temperatures expected to peak over the weekend. Excessive heat warnings and watches are in effect for much of the state starting Tuesday through the end of the week.

Beachgoers in Alameda last month were already experiencing the effects of the heat wave. As the heat persists, authorities are urging residents to take precautions to stay safe during extreme heat conditions.

Pacific Northwest Feels the Heat

The Pacific Northwest, which has traditionally been cooler than other West Coast regions, has also been affected by the heat wave. Oregon has seen record-breaking temperatures in recent days, and Washington state is also under an excessive heat warning.

The heat wave is expected to continue for several more days, and temperatures are likely to exceed previous records. Residents are advised to take precautions and stay indoors as much as possible during the hottest hours of the day.

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