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The Washington Herald
Coverage of The Washington Herald in the Nexus archive.
- Hell Arrives in Washington
Washington, D.C., is experiencing a record-breaking heat wave with temperatures peaking at 102°F and a heat index of 117, mirroring extreme heat events from 1918 and 1930. The heat caused asphalt to soften, hospitalizations, and measures like halting ice cream production, while tourists and residents struggle with the oppressive conditions.