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August 2026 Hottest Month on Record, Exceeds 1.5°C Pre-Industrial Threshold
El FinancieroLO·FR·about 10 hours ago
The continental US experienced its hottest summer on record, with an average temperature of 23.6°C, surpassing previous highs from 1936 and 2021. The event is attributed to human-induced climate change, primarily fossil fuel burning. This marks a significant climate milestone, reinforcing long-term warming trends and potentially impacting energy demand and agriculture.