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Ola de calor sería “prácticamente imposible” de no ser por la contaminación a partir de combustibles fósiles, según estudio
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 3, 2026
· 7 min read
Por Briana Waxman y Maria Gilbert, meteorólogas de CNN, con información de Kate Petersen
La peligrosa ola de calor, que ya dura varios días, se está intensificando en el este de Estados Unidos, batiendo récords, sobrecargando la red eléctrica y aumentando el riesgo para millones de personas que...
Key takeaway Lo peor de la ola de calor llega este viernes, después de que al menos 20 localidades batieran o igualaran récords de temperatura diaria el jueves.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans are no strangers to sweltering heat, but the recent study highlighting the role of fossil fuel pollution in exacerbating heatwaves serves as a stark reminder of the local stakes. As the city's own summer temperatures often soar, the findings of World Weather Attribution take on a particular relevance. The fact that human-caused climate change is making heatwaves more dangerous has significant implications for El Paso 's public health and infrastructure. With the city's desert climate already prone to extreme heat, the prospect of increasingly severe heatwaves puts a strain on local resources, from emergency services to energy grids. As the region looks to the future, it will be crucial to consider the impact of climate change on daily life in El Paso, from outdoor events to everyday commutes, and to explore strategies for mitigating its effects.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? Por Briana Waxman y Maria Gilbert, meteorólogas de CNN, con información de Kate Petersen
La peligrosa ola de calor, que ya dura varios días, se está intensificando en el este de Estados Unidos, batiendo récords, sobrecargando la red eléctrica y aumentando el riesgo para millones de personas que...
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