"Quantifying the U.S. Weather: Statistical Insights"

The United States is experiencing a scorching heat wave, with several cities breaking temperature records. Phoenix saw 19 consecutive days of temperatures at or above 110 degrees, surpassing a previous record set in 1974. More than 86 million Americans live in areas expected to experience dangerous heat levels. Other cities, including El Paso, Sacramento, Stockton, and Las Vegas, also reached record-breaking temperatures. The heat wave is accompanied by Canadian wildfire smoke, affecting air quality in some areas.