Record Heat in March Sets New High for Continental U.S.
• Record heat in March 2026 marks the hottest in 132 years for the continental U.S.
• Extreme temperatures raise concerns for agriculture, water resources, and public health.
• Climate change is identified as the primary driver, necessitating urgent mitigation and adaptation strategies.
Record heat confirms climate change impact
Federal weather data confirms that March 2026 was the hottest March in 132 years for the continental United States. This unprecedented heatwave underscores the increasing impacts of climate change on regional weather patterns.
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