Tag: heat wave

An unusually early heat wave sweeping New Mexico is raising alarms as health officials warn that children, older adults, outdoor workers, and those with chronic illnesses face the highest risk, exposing gaps in preparedness and protection.

New Mexico is experiencing a historic March heat wave, with temperatures soaring into the 90s while snowpack levels plunge to record lows. Experts warn this convergence threatens water supplies, agriculture, and ecosystems across the Southwest, underscoring the urgent need for climate adaptation.