The article discusses the extreme heatwave in Phoenix, Arizona, which experienced 31 consecutive days at 110 degrees Fahrenheit or above, making it the hottest month on record in any US city. Heat-related illnesses, including dehydration, heat rashes, and heat stroke, have led to an increased number of patients in emergency rooms. The heat has also caused severe burns from hot surfaces such as asphalt. The article highlights the serious public health consequences of Extreme Heat and the concerns of emergency room doctors about the livability of Phoenix in the future.

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