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US western heat wave and wildfire alerts
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Latest: Western U.S. Heat Wave Triggers Record Temperatures and Wildfire Alerts
The extreme‑heat warning that began on 24 July 2026 for Death Valley and surrounding desert areas expanded rapidly as a powerful high‑pressure dome moved across the western United States. By early August the dome was dri
Drought‑resilient landscaping expansion
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Latest: US Homeowners Adopt Synthetic Turf to Cut Water Use and Meet HOA Rules
In late July 2026 a Colorado homeowner replaced a water‑intensive sod lawn with a “Garden in a Box” native‑plant kit, cutting irrigation costs and creating a pollinator‑friendly yard. The conversion highlighted a growing
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Western US Experiences Record Heat in July 2026
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