Southwestern US Facing , Record-Breaking Heatwave.<br />The southwest United States has experienced <br />record-breaking heat this week, with millions <br />of people under extreme heat warnings. .<br />'The Guardian' reports that Arizona, New Mexico <br />and parts of California have seen temperatures in <br />excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit for several days.<br />Phoenix is forecast to hit its 12th consecutive <br />day of 110 degree temperatures. .<br />The National Weather Service has warned that the <br />ongoing heatwave in Arizona's largest city could rival <br />“some of the worst heatwaves this area has ever seen.”.<br />'The Guardian' reports that city officials have <br />advised residents to stay cool and hydrated, <br />and to check on both neighbors and loved ones.<br />Phoenix in the early 1900s would average <br />about five days a year where they <br />had 110 degrees or higher. Now you <br />count the last 10 years, it’s about <br />27 days a year. That’s five times more, Dr Erinanne Saffell, Arizona state climatologist, via 'The Guardian'.<br />The National Weather Service has also <br />warned that Las Vegas could hit between 110 <br />and 115 degrees Fahrenheit this weekend. .<br />Parts of inland and southern California are <br />expected to see temperatures peak between <br />100 and 113 degrees from July 15 through 17. .<br />On July 11, temperatures in parts of New Mexico <br />were forecast to reach between 100 and 103. .<br />City officials in Albuquerque have warned that the city <br />is facing some of the hottest temperatures on record <br />and opened cooling centers for those who need refuge.
