Deadly US heat wave claims dozens as climate change intensifies extreme weather

A severe heat wave has gripped the United States, resulting in at least two dozen confirmed deaths over the past week, with approximately 40 million people currently under heat alerts. This extreme weather event, characterized by a persistent heat dome across the eastern U.S., has led to numerous daily record high temperatures. Climate change is identified as a significant factor exacerbating the frequency, duration, and intensity of such heat waves. AI

RANK_REASON The cluster reports on a widespread and deadly weather event with significant loss of life and broad public impact, directly linking it to climate change. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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