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‘An Unthinkable and Unlivable Reality’: Australia Sees Hottest Day on Record as National Average Temperature Hits 105.6°F

“We are in a climate emergency,” said meteorologist Eric Holthaus.

By Jake Johnson, staff writer for Common Dreams. Published 12-18-2019

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With destructive wildfires raging across the country amid a severe drought, Australia on Tuesday experienced its hottest day on record as the national average maximum temperature reached an unprecedented 40.9°C (105.6°F).

“That was the national average temperature. Some places were far hotter,” tweeted meteorologist Eric Holthaus. “Truly, an unthinkable and unlivable reality. We are in a climate emergency.” Continue reading

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