CNN —The Earth recently recorded its hottest day ever – a record experts warn will likely be repeatedly broken as the climate crisis drives temperatures higher and higher.
Here’s what happens to your body in extreme heat, what you need to watch out for and how to stay safe.
“The higher the humidity, the lower temperatures you need for extreme heat,” Linden said.
High body temperatures can lead to damage to the brain and other vital organs, the CDC says.
Try to find air conditioning, or places in your area where you can go to stay cool, according to Ready.gov.
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