A motorcyclist died from heat exposure while riding through Death Valley National Park, where temperatures reached 128 degrees Fahrenheit this weekend. The incident highlights the dangers of extreme heat and the importance of taking precautions when visiting the park.
Temperatures soared past 110 degrees Fahrenheit across the Southwest United States on Thursday, shattering records and prompting heat alerts. Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Death Valley National Park all experienced their earliest-ever triple-digit highs for the year. Despite the dangerously hot conditions, no heat-related deaths have been reported. However, several individuals in Phoenix and Las Vegas sought medical attention for heat exhaustion. The National Weather Service forecasts a slight cooling trend this weekend, but triple-digit temperatures are expected to persist in central and southern Arizona.
