California's record-breaking heatwave sparks wildfires and raises health concerns

* Triple-digit temperatures spread over much of the state * Heat sparks new wildfires and one hiker dies on trail California is sweltering under a record-breaking heatwave this holiday weekend, with dangerous conditions that have sparked several new wildfires and raised widespread public health concerns. Triple-digit temperatures have spread over much of the state, including a record-high of 125F (52C) in Death Valley on Saturday. In southern California, Malibu authorities reported that one hiker died due to heat while on a trail in the Santa Monica Mountains. Continue reading...
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