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Ahvaz, a city in southwest Iran, records a temperature of 53.7°C (128.7°F) during the 2017 heatwave, setting a new national record and one of the highest temperatures ever documented on Earth. While falling short of the world record of 54.0°C (129.2°F), this extreme heat underscores the impact of global warming. Such soaring temperatures pose significant challenges to public health, infrastructure, and ecosystems in affected regions.
Thursday, 29 June, 2017