El Centro
Coverage of El Centro in the Nexus archive.
- Heat wave bringing record-breaking temps, heightened wildfire risk to parts of Western US
A heat wave with record-breaking temperatures is affecting parts of the Western U.S., increasing wildfire risks and prompting health warnings. Las Vegas, Phoenix, and El Centro faced extreme highs, with Phoenix and El Centro nearing or exceeding historical records. Cooling centers and shelters were opened to provide relief.
- Heat wave expected to bring record-breaking temps, heighten wildfire risk to parts of Western US
A heat wave is causing record-breaking temperatures in the Western US, with Las Vegas, Phoenix, and El Centro exceeding 115°F and Montana nearing 104°F. The heat dome is increasing wildfire risks, particularly in dry regions like Nevada and Montana, where red flag warnings are in effect.
- Heat wave expected to bring record-breaking temps, heighten wildfire risk to parts of Western US
A heat wave is causing record-breaking temperatures in parts of the Western U.S., with Las Vegas, Phoenix, and El Centro expected to exceed 115°F. The heat dome is increasing wildfire risks, particularly in dry regions like Montana and Nevada, while climate change is linked to more frequent and intense heat events.