Summers are getting hotter. Here's how experts say to cope with it
NPRTuesday, July 29, 2025 at 7:00:59 AM
Summers aren’t just feeling hotter—they are hotter, and the data backs it up. Heat waves are hitting the U.S. more often and lasting longer than they did 40 years ago, leaving people like Duane Stilwell in Arizona sweating (and worrying) through each record-breaking season. Experts are stepping in with practical advice on how to handle the rising temps, because this isn’t just discomfort—it’s a growing health and safety challenge.
Editor’s Note: Heat waves aren’t just a nuisance anymore; they’re a symptom of a bigger problem. If you’ve noticed your AC working overtime or your city feeling like an oven, this story explains why—and how to stay safe. It’s a wake-up call for communities to adapt, because these scorching summers aren’t going away.
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