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Heat waves are likely to become more deadly over time

Noah Friedman and Jessica Orwig
2016-07-01T19:02:00Z
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Scientists believe we are likely to see a rapid increase in annual heat wave death tolls due to climate change and other factors. 

Produced by Noah Friedman. Original reporting by Jessica Orwig.

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