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The Western U.S. is in the midst of what scientists say is the worst drought in 1,200 years. And that’s helping fuel the Mosquito Fire, which has burned…
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The most “restless” summer monsoon season in a decade became deadly Thursday, as intense lightning and thunderstorms flooded parts of southern Nevada and…
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Las Vegas is a bustling city and air pollution is nothing new. For years, those who watch pollution for Clark County have said wildfires in California…
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Roads in and out of Death Valley National Park were closed after lanes mud and debris inundated lanes during weekend flash floods in eastern California,…
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If you missed last month’s supermoon, you have another chance.This month’s full moon is Wednesday. At the same time, the moon’s orbit will bring it closer…
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We all know exposure to heat can be dangerous.A new study shows women are being disproportionately affected. Hot cities like Las Vegas may face choosing…
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Scorching temperatures are in store for the southwestern U.S. over the next several days, with cities like Phoenix, Las Vegas and Palm Springs in…
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If you were outside over the weekend, you felt the beginnings of the summer to come. Very sunny. Very hot. Very dry.Some like it hot. And for those who…
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Warnings of critical fire conditions blanketed much of the U.S. Southwest on Saturday, as crews in northern New Mexico worked to stop the growth of the…
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Editor’s note: It’s about to get hot up in this city. Mentally prepare yourselves with this selection of stories from the Desert Companion archives…