In California's Hottest County, A Race To Prevent Heat Deaths Among Unhoused People

Palm Springs Desert Sun, The Desert Sun
Sat, 07/15/2023 - 8:16am

Heat deaths are rising in Imperial County, where high temperatures are forecasted near 113 degrees for a 10-day streak this month.

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