Record-Breaking March Heat Wave Hits Southwestern U.S.
• Record-breaking heat wave hits Southwestern U.S., with Martinez Lake, Arizona reaching 110°F (43°C).
• Extreme heat warnings issued for over 18 million people in Southern California, southern Nevada, and Arizona.
• Health officials urge residents to stay hydrated and seek air-conditioned environments to avoid heat-related illnesses.
Record-breaking heat wave scorches Southwestern United States
The Southwestern United States is experiencing an unprecedented heat wave in March, breaking numerous temperature records. Martinez Lake, Arizona, recorded a scorching 110°F (43°C), setting a new U.S. high for March. This heat wave, driven by a high-pressure system, affects Arizona, California, Nevada, and New Mexico. Phoenix reached 105°F (40°C), far above average, prompting the National Weather Service to issue extreme heat warnings for over 18 million people in Southern California, southern Nevada, and much of Arizona.
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