Record-Breaking Heat Wave Sweeps Across Western U.S.

David Clarke who is suffering homelessness and living in his car with his 6 dogs, takes to the shade at the Sepulveda Basin dog park in Los Angeles on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Dozens of locations in the

Las Vegas residents are enduring a historic heat wave, with temperatures soaring above 115 degrees Fahrenheit for an unprecedented number of consecutive days. The city is on track to set a new record for the most days over 115 F, with forecasters predicting a fifth straight day of scorching temperatures.

Meteorologist John Adair described this heat wave as the most extreme in Las Vegas since record-keeping began in 1937. The city recently experienced a daily high of 119 F, breaking the previous record set in 2021. The searing heat has forced residents like Alyse Sobosan to alter their routines, avoiding outdoor activities during the day.