Record March Heatwave Hits Arizona Desert Town
• Martinez Lake, Arizona, sets a new record for the highest March temperature in the U.S., reaching 110°F (43.3°C).
• The heatwave impacting the southwest, including Phoenix, San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and San Francisco, is linked to climate change, making such events four times more likely.
• Residents are advised to take precautions against heat stroke and dehydration, with cooling centers opened to assist vulnerable populations during the heatwave.
Record heat in Arizona and major cities
A record-breaking heatwave has struck the southwestern United States, with Martinez Lake, Arizona, setting a new high for March temperatures at 110°F (43.3°C). The unprecedented heat has impacted major cities including Phoenix, San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and San Francisco, all experiencing record highs. This extreme weather event is attributed to climate change, with scientific analysis indicating that global warming has made such heatwaves four times more likely in the last decade.
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