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‘Excessive heat warning’ in place for El Paso as records melt

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11 months ago

August 6, 2023

rssfeeds.elpasotimes.com – El Paso Times – 2023-08-06 08:50:36

SUMMARY: The El Paso-Juárez region is currently experiencing an “excessive heat warning” as temperatures soar and records continue to be broken. The National Weather Service Office in El Paso has forecasted temperatures between 108 to 111 degrees for Sunday and Monday, with temperatures topping 100 degrees for the rest of the week. Heat-related emergencies have more than tripled in the area, prompting the weather service to issue a warning that may be extended. The high temperatures have already broken records, with El Paso reaching 109 degrees on Saturday, the hottest day in August since 1980. Residents are urged to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

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U.S. Coast Guard warns of ‘multiple’ shark attacks, sightings at SPI

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18 mins ago

July 4, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Gabriela Gonzalez – 2024-07-04 15:10:02

SUMMARY: The U.S. Coast Guard has warned beachgoers at South Padre Island, Texas, to avoid the water following several shark attacks and sightings. One individual was hospitalized after a severe shark attack near Beach Access 14 and Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill. South Padre Island Fire and Police Departments provided immediate treatment. To ensure safety, the Coast Guard is using drones, boats, and a helicopter for surveillance. Multiple sharks have been observed near the shoreline, but the condition of the affected individuals remains unknown.

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President Biden told governors he had medical checkup after debate and is in good health: Sources

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2 hours ago

July 4, 2024

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abc13.com – ABCNews – 2024-07-04 13:55:15

SUMMARY: During a private meeting with Democratic governors, President Joe Biden disclosed he had a medical checkup following a recent debate and is in good health. The checkup, conducted by a White House physician, took place a few days after the debate due to a cold and was brief, involving no major tests. This information was confirmed by two people familiar with the conversation. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated that no additional medical exams have been conducted since his last physical in February. The news was first reported by Politico. ABC News has reached out to the White House for comments.

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Video shows Hurricane Beryl’s path of destruction through Jamaica, eastern Caribbean

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2 hours ago

July 4, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Mike Costanza – 2024-07-04 13:26:20

SUMMARY: Hurricane Beryl caused significant destruction in Jamaica and the eastern Caribbean, with flooded bridges, uprooted trees, and flying debris. Social media videos showed the historic Flat Bridge in Jamaica submerged by the Rio Cobre river and debris from a hotel facade airborne. Beryl's eye wall impacted Jamaica's southern coast, causing power outages and home damage. The hurricane severely damaged 95% of homes on Mayreau and Union Island in the Lesser Antilles. In Grenada, one person died from a fallen tree, and additional fatalities were reported across Grenada, Carriacou, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and northern Venezuela.

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