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The Great Heat Dome of 2021
Five years ago, the Pacific Northwest and Southern British Columbia endured the catastrophic Great Heat Dome of June 2021 — a five-day heatwave that shattered records, pushed temperatures beyond Phoenix and Death Valley, and left a deadly, lasting mark on the region. Meteorologists struggled to believe the data until it was too late, as a massive high-pressure system trapped unbearable heat, with nights barely cooling. The event redefined what a heatwave means, killed hundreds, and turned forests brown — and experts warn, it could happen again. Support the show:Get a discount at…
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