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Phoenix is often portrayed as unlivable (or worse) during its hot summers, but heat is an issue in other cities, including the largest. Brandon Loomis reports from New York about the challenges of rising temperatures. azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

Fighting past inequities, New York, like Phoenix, struggles to acclimate to rising heat

Phoenix gets national coverage for dangerous heat, but rising temperatures force New York to confront past and present inequities.

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Some of the migratory birds that frequent Arizona, like the elegant trogon and the rufous hummingbird, are becoming rarer some years as drought and climate change affects their habitat. Read more in this story by @brandonloomis on @azcentral azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

'Rarer creatures': Elegant trogons, hummingbirds alter flight paths as drought persists

In Arizona's Sky Islands, dry summers may be pushing some bird species away from traditional migratory routes.

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Phoenix scientists are refining how we measure heat, a crucial step in tackling the rising risks of extreme temperatures. Their work could reshape how cities like Phoenix respond to climate change. azcentral.com/story/news/loc…  via @azcentral by @beecycles

How to measure heat correctly, according to Phoenix scientists, and why it matters

One day in August, The Republic sent 13 reporters to measure heat across metro Phoenix. ASU scientists explain why the results aren't precisely right.

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Pinto Creek in Tonto National Forest down 80% and some say it's from groundwater pumping azcentral.com/picture-galler…

Pinto Creek in Tonto National Forest down 80% and some say it's from groundwater pumping

Retired forest service employees who fought to protect Pinto Creek say water levels have dropped from mine-related groundwater pumping.

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Phoenix just had its hottest summer on record, breaking last year’s record by 2°F with an average temp of 99°F. Extreme heat continues as the season ends. Read more about this historic heatwave. azcentral.com/story/news/loc…  via @azcentral by @hayleigh_ev

Summer 2024 ends as the hottest on record in Phoenix, breaking the old mark set in 2023

Summer got off to a hot start, with temperatures in June well above normal, and the heat never let up.

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The Apache trout, Arizona's state fish, taken off the endangered species list azcentral.com/picture-galler…

The Apache trout, Arizona's state fish, taken off the endangered species list

A multiagency partnership, led by the White Mountain Apache Tribe, labored over decades to ensure the Apache trout had a fighting chance of survival.

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Arizona's Apache trout are taken off 'threatened' list after work by tribe, agencies azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

Arizona's Apache trout are taken off 'threatened' list after work by tribe, agencies

Interior Secretary Deb Haaland announced the trout's recovery and credited work by the White Mountain Apache Tribe and wildlife agencies.

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Residents in Cochise County are uniting to tackle groundwater issues in the Willcox and Douglas basins. They’re working on new management strategies and seeking restoration funding. Learn more about their efforts. azcentral.com/story/news/loc…  via @azcentral by @ClaraMigoya

In the Willcox and Douglas groundwater basins, residents bet on unity to solve issues

A ballot measure to impose water regulations divided residents in Cochise County, but a new alliance seeks to find areas of agreement.

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Clouds creatively channel climate concepts: A Flagstaff art gallery gets scientific azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

Clouds creatively channel climate concepts: A Flagstaff art gallery gets scientific

The Coconino Center for the Arts in Flagstaff is celebrating its 40th year with a series of science, climate and cloud appreciation events.

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Arizona Humane Society rescues pets amid overpopulation crisis azcentral.com/picture-galler…

Arizona Humane Society rescues pets amid overpopulation crisis

The Arizona Humane Society rescues pets from extreme heat and other dangers, working to find them new homes, amid an overpopulation crisis.

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In a hot and dry summer, state and nonprofit agencies provide water and care for wildlife azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

In a hot and dry summer, state and nonprofit agencies provide water and care for wildlife

Arizona's rising heat endangers wildlife and pets. Local groups are stepping up, but community support is vital to help protect and sustain animals.

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Liberty Wildlife cares for birds in extreme heat and provides vital rehabilitation azcentral.com/picture-galler…

Liberty Wildlife cares for birds in extreme heat and provides vital rehabilitation

Liberty Wildlife aids birds struggling in extreme heat, offering essential care and rehabilitation for their recovery and survival.

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Arizona Game and Fish bring water for wild animals in remote areas azcentral.com/picture-galler…

Arizona Game and Fish bring water for wild animals in remote areas

Arizona Game and Fish ensures water access for wildlife in remote areas by installing and maintaining vital water catchments across the state.

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History of floods define Havasupai Indian Reservation for over 30 years, reports show azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

History of floods define Havasupai Indian Reservation for over 30 years, reports show

Decades of heavy flooding have defined the Havasupai region, with major downfalls causing evacuations and destruction of the environment.

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Klamath River flows free after last dams come down, leaving the land to tribes and salmon azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

Klamath River flows free after last dams come down, leaving the land to tribes and salmon

The last obstacle for the free-flowing Klamath River was removed this week, allowing the waterway to reclaim its ancient course.

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Central AZ irrigation districts could get up to $15M in USDA grants to save water while keeping farmland active. The funds will support irrigation improvements & water-saving strategies. Learn how this could impact farming. azcentral.com/story/news/loc…  via @azcentral by @ClaraMigoya

$15M in federal funds could help farmers save water as they grow crops

The two Central Arizona districts were among 18 across the west to receive funding from the U.S. Agriculture Department.

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Riverview's Turkey Creek Dairy and Coronado Farms near Willcox azcentral.com/picture-galler…

Riverview's Turkey Creek Dairy and Coronado Farms near Willcox

With more than 37,000 acres in Willcox, Riverview LLP, a Minnesota dairy, may be the largest corporate farmer in the state and the farm with the most wells.

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Cold water shots into the Colorado River slow a bass invasion in the Grand Canyon azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

Cold water shots into the Colorado River slow a bass invasion in the Grand Canyon

Smallmouth bass threaten to consume rare native fish in Grand Canyon. Dam managers are releasing cold water to stop them from breeding this summer.

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A smallmouth bass invasion of Grand Canyon's Colorado River is chilled by cold water azcentral.com/picture-galler…

A smallmouth bass invasion of Grand Canyon's Colorado River is chilled by cold water

A shot of cold water appears to have stalled a smallmouth bass invasion of the Grand Canyon, federal officials say.

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Environmental groups are suing Gov. Hobbs and the state water agency over a development near the San Pedro River, claiming it threatens the river’s flow. They want the state to reevaluate the project’s water certificate. azcentral.com/story/news/loc…  via @azcentral by @ClaraMigoya

Environmental groups sue Hobbs, state water agency over development near San Pedro River

The lawsuit says the governor and her water agency failed to consider the San Pedro River in allowing a proposed housing development to proceed.

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