The “death” in Death Valley is rather appropriate. | Shutterstock

September 9, 2024

The hottest place on Earth just got hotter.

The National Park Service last week announced that Death Valley National Park in California just experienced its hottest summer on record, with an average 24-hour temperature of 104.5 degrees Fahrenheit. The average surpassed the previous record of 104.2 F set in 2021 and 2018. Getting even grosser, in July the park experienced nine consecutive days of 125 degrees. As someone who can’t stand the heat, just the thought of one day like that makes my skin crawl. Or sweat. Or melt. 

I experienced something like this in Greece and Italy last month when every day was at least 95 and humid. I took like three showers a day. What I will say is that once you get up into the 100s, whether it be 100 or 106, it all feels the same: absolutely disgusting. Note to self: Never go to Death Valley. 

Now, be cool and check out some of today’s RTO Insider news.

From everyone at RTO Insider, thanks for reading and enjoy the rest of your day! Also, be sure to check out our latest news from NetZero Insider below! 

Shawn McFarland

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