Summer 2021 Was Hottest On Record In U.S.

The transcript discusses a record-breaking average temperature of 74 degrees, surpassing the previous record set during the Dust Bowl by 0.01 degrees. This increase of over 2.5 degrees above average has led to extreme weather events such as hurricanes, wildfires, and heat waves.

What historical event is referenced as being cooler than this year's temperature?

What was the average temperature reported by NOAA this year?

How much warmer was this year's average temperature compared to the average?

What types of extreme weather events were mentioned as a result of the temperature increase?

By how much did this year's temperature beat the previous record set 85 years ago?