"All of the superlative extremes we've seen in recent years - from extreme heat to extreme dryness to extreme wetness, and even the severe wildfires - they all have clear links to climate change."
"The ongoing heat wave shattering dozens of temperature records in Southern California is no exception. Climate change warms the atmosphere, raising baseline temperatures and making heat-trapping weather patterns more intense and longer-lasting."
"I'm struggling to find the right superlative, because it is that extreme. It extends from Southern California all the way to the Great Plains and from Canada to Mexico."
"Without a dramatic increase in precipitation, Northern California is on track to reenter drought conditions."
Southern California has experienced extreme weather events, including record heat waves, destructive wildfires, and heavy rains, all connected to climate change. Climate scientist Daniel Swain emphasizes that these superlative extremes, such as intense heat and severe dryness, are a direct result of climate change. The ongoing heat wave is unprecedented in its intensity and duration, affecting a vast area from Canada to Mexico. Following a period of no abnormal dryness, Northern California is again facing drought conditions due to insufficient precipitation.
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