It Still Feels Like Summer in Parts of the US. Blame El Niño

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Heat records are being shattered thanks to a boost from the natural climate pattern—and burning fossil fuels, of course.

Key facts

  • Heat records are being shattered thanks to a boost from the natural climate pattern—and burning fossil fuels, of course.
  • Reported by WIRED and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:00:00 UTC.

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