As the western U.S. continues to bake under excessive heat, doctors are warning residents to be wary of burn injuries from hot surfaces like roadways and sidewalks.
Record-breaking maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be set in California, the Intermountain West, Desert Southwest, Rockies and High Plains.
The agency said that Nevada's Death Valley would see temperatures likely topping 120 degrees Fahrenheit by mid-week and critical risks of fire weather were of concern in Nevada, Utah and Montana on Tuesday.Concerned about public safety, health officials have advised people to be mindful of potentially scalding surfaces which can lead to severe burns and even a trip to the hospital.
The elderly, children. dehydrated, intoxicated or people with a medical condition are especially at risk of collapsing or falling onto superheated pavement due to excessive heat.
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