Extreme heat records are breaking all over the world. Now it’s the Southwest’s turn. Temperatures are heating up in the Southwestern U.S. Phoenix is making a run for its longest streak of days over 110 F, and California’s Death Valley could get as hot as 130 F before the heatwave breaks, according to Axios. A new analysis from Yale Climate Connections’ partner, Climate Central, finds that human-caused climate change continues to make dangerous heat in Texas, the Southwest, and Mexico at least five times more likely. Extreme heat is a global problem this summer as climate change and El Niño combine forces. Read this update from Yale Climate Connections meteorologist Bob Henson: “The world just broke a stunning slew of heat records. Why right now?� (yaleclimateconnections.org) What to do if you or someone you love lives in an area experiencing a heatwave These resources can help you plan how to protect yourself, your family, and your home during a heat wave. Forward them to people who live in the region that may be affected by this event. How to spot the symptoms of heat stroke and heat exhaustion How to stay cool in hot weather Common medications may increase the dangers of heat waves What else you can do to help Climate change is making extreme weather more frequent and intense. One of the most important things you can do to help solve climate change is to talk about it in person and on social media. Talking about climate change during extreme weather events is particularly effective. The adjacent post, “Protect yourself from heat,� can help you feel like an expert when you talk to your friends and family. Save and share tips via social media, text, or email. (“Heat waves and climate change: Is there a connection?�yaleclimateconnections.org)