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Podcast: Weather With Enthusiasm !
Episode: Arctic Heatwave Breaks Records In North America in August 2024
Description: This episode discusses the heatwave that swept through the Arctic from August 5th to August 9th 2024. Temperatures soared to record highs, with Little Chicago in the Canadian Arctic hitting a staggering 97 degrees Fahrenheit, the hottest ever recorded in the region. We explore some of the factors behind this intense heat, including the synoptic weather setup. This episode discusses a heatwave that affected the Northwest Territories Of Canada including the Arctic along with Fort Yukon and Deadhorse Alaska. This was a 4 day heatwave which brought all-time record highs to some cities in the Arctic.Become a supporter o...