The so-called “heat dome” weather phenomenon has trapped hot air over the country, causing temperatures to soar to 45 degrees Celsius in some areas.
Extreme heat in Mexico has killed dozens of people, according to the Health Ministry, with temperatures forecasted to rise further.
Meteorologists say a weather phenomenon known as a “heat dome” has trapped hot air over the southern Gulf of Mexico and northern Central America, causing temperatures to soarto 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit) in some areas.
Between May 12 and May 21, authorities said 22 people died from heat-related causes, adding to a total of 48 deaths since March 17.
This is the best summary I could come up with:
Extreme heat in Mexico has killed dozens of people, according to the Health Ministry, with temperatures forecasted to rise further.
Between May 12 and May 21, authorities said 22 people died from heat-related causes, adding to a total of 48 deaths since March 17.
In Mexico, the heat has caused nationwide droughts, strained the power grid and affected wildlife, including the death of 130 howler monkeys due to suspected dehydration.
Some parts of Central America and southern United States, including Texas and Florida, are also experiencing extreme heat.
Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, Honduras, Dominican Republic and Haiti are also reeling from unusual heat due to the same meteorological phenomenon.
Experts warn that this heat wave could impact ocean temperatures and the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season.
The original article contains 228 words, the summary contains 124 words. Saved 46%. I’m a bot and I’m open source!