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Mexico, Italy and others see up to two more months of heat stress than in the 1970s, study says
Summary by Tomball News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Alexa St. John, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Information about the study can be found through KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, for those interested in learning more about the affected countries and the extent of the heat stress they are experiencing.
New research indicates certain countries are experiencing extended periods of extreme temperatures. This phenomenon is not limited to specific areas, as regions that were previously unaffected are now being impacted. Further details are available from the study, which was published on Monday.
The research found that some nations are dealing with additional months of heat stress. Information about the study can be found through KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, for those interested in learning more about the affected countries and the extent of the heat stress they are experiencing.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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