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Story summary
- States in the US southwest, including California, Nevada, and Arizona, are experiencing record-breaking temperatures as winter ends.
- The National Weather Service (NWS) reports temperatures 25-35 degrees above normal, with Los Angeles facing “extremely rare heat for March” and Palm Springs potentially reaching 108°F.
- Phoenix is under an extreme heat warning with expected highs of 105°F, while Reno and Las Vegas have also set March records.
- National parks advise visitors to avoid strenuous activities during peak heat hours from 10 AM to 4 PM.
- Temperatures are expected to cool next week.
