Eleven individuals were transported to the hospital following a rally held by former President Donald Trump in Arizona on Wednesday, as a result of heat exhaustion. The temperature in Phoenix soared to 109 degrees, contributing to the adverse effects of the heat on attendees. The heat dome phenomenon in Arizona has been expanding towards the north and east, following a series of record-breaking temperatures in California, Nevada, and Arizona.
Meteorologists are closely monitoring the progression of the heat dome, which continues to impact regions such as Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Tucson. Excessive heat alerts remain in effect for these areas, with temperatures well above average. Yesterday, several records were shattered, with Death Valley reaching a scorching 122 degrees, Phoenix hitting 113 degrees, and Las Vegas recording 111 degrees.
