![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/us-weather-record-heatwave-turns-homes-to-air-fryers-as-air-conditioning-rationed/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/0_Arizona-Weather-23201728795347.jpg&description=Phoenix experiences its 23rd straight day of extreme temperatures above 110 degrees Fahrenheit, leading to health risks, financial burdens, and increased demand for cooling stations Phoenix has experienced its 23rd consecutive day with temperatures reaching a record-breaking 118 degrees Fahrenheit. The extreme heat has put a strain on residents, leading to medical emergencies and dangerous conditions. The heatwave has persisted for 23 consecutive days with temperatures over 110 degrees and six days over 115 degrees. A heat advisory remains in effect until Tuesday, so precautions like staying hydrated, wearing sunscreen, and seeking shade are essential, authorities warn. Air conditioning is crucial for survival in such weather, but high electricity bills have caused some to cut back on AC usage, posing risks to their health. Crispin Chavira, a paramedic and engineer with the Phoenix Fire Department, expresses concern about the prolonged heatwave, stating that the extreme temperatures are not normal and are leading to medical emergencies. He told KPHO: "Someone calls in because they see somebody like, at the bus stop, that hasn't moved, and in 118-degree days that we've been having, and that is not normal." The elderly and those on limited incomes are particularly vulnerable, often unable to afford proper cooling or access cooling centres. Phoenix fire Capt. Carl Chandler explains the technique used by fire crews to save lives during distress calls in extreme heat. They place individuals in a harness filled with ice and cool water and use IVs on ice to quickly cool internal temperatures. Many people, including pet owners, try to find strategies to cope with the heat without incurring excessive costs. The Salvation Army and other organizations are providing heat relief and water to those in need. Jonathan Bean, co-director of the Institute for Energy Solutions at the University of Arizona, described the extreme heat's effect on houses, comparing them to "air fryers" or){kind=link}
Phoenix experiences its 23rd straight day of extreme temperatures above 110 degrees Fahrenheit, leading to health risks, financial burdens, and increased demand for cooling stations
Phoenix has experienced its 23rd consecutive day with temperatures reaching a record-breaking 118 degrees Fahrenheit.
The extreme heat has put a strain on residents, leading to medical emergencies and dangerous conditions.
The heatwave has persisted for 23 consecutive days with temperatures over 110 degrees and six days over 115 degrees.
A heat advisory remains in effect until Tuesday, so precautions like staying hydrated, wearing sunscreen, and seeking shade are essential, authorities warn.