The "hottest place on the Earth" recorded its hottest month ever in July, according to a statement released by the National Park Service (NPS) on August 2, 2024.&nbsp;

Death Valley National Park observed a record-high average 24-hour temperature of 42.5 degrees Celsius. The previous record in the region was set in 2018 at 42.3 degrees Celsius.

The record-breaking average temperature at Death Valley was a scorching high of 49.9 degrees Celcius. The park witnessed&nbsp;temperature of over 51.7 degrees Celsius for nine days, while only seven days recorded temperature lower than 48.9.

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The highest temperature during the month at Death Valley National Park was recorded at Furnace Creek weather station on July 7 when the mercury reached 54 degrees Celsius. The same station holds the world record for the hottest temperature ever recorded on Earth at 56.7 degrees Celsius in July 1913.

The park recorded low temperatures (Minimum) during the month at an average of 35.1 degrees Celsius, barely providing any comfort overnight.

In July the park rangers dealt with several life-threatening incidents due to intense heat. One fatality was also recorded in the park. In another incident, a man received second-degree burns when he lost his shoes in sand dunes and had to be rescued and hospitalised.

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"We just experienced the hottest month in history in the hottest place on Earth! Six of the 10 hottest summers have come in the past 10 years, which should serve as a wake up call," said Superintendent Mike Reynolds in the statement.&nbsp;

"Record-breaking months like this one could become the norm as we continue to see global temperatures rise. Visitors to the park should plan ahead and come prepared to face extreme temperatures during the summer months," he added.

Park rangers have advised summer travellers to Death Valley National Park to stay close to an air-conditioned vehicle and not walk continuously for more than&nbsp;10 minutes. They have also recommended visitors to "not hike after 10 am, drink plenty of water, eat salty snacks, and wear a hat and sunscreen."

(With inputs from agencies)

The "hottest place on the Earth" recorded its hottest month ever in July, according to a statement released by the National Park Service (NPS) on August 2, 2024.

The "hottest place on the Earth" recorded its hottest month ever in July, according to a statement released by the National Park Service (NPS) on August 2, 2024. Death Valley National Park observed a record-high average 24-hour temperature of 42.5 degrees Celsius. The previous record in the region was set in 2018 at 42.3 degrees Celsius. The record-breaking average temperature at Death Valley was a scorching high of 49.9 degrees Celcius. The park witnessed temperature of over 51.7 degrees Celsius for nine days, while only seven days recorded temperature lower than 48.9. Also read | Antarctic temperatures rise 10C above average, experts are calling it a near-record heatwave The highest temperature during the month at Death Valley National Park was recorded at Furnace Creek weather station on July 7 when the mercury reached 54 degrees Celsius. The same station holds the world record for the hottest temperature ever recorded on Earth at 56.7 degrees Celsius in July 1913. The park recorded low temperatures (Minimum) during the month at an average of 35.1 degrees Celsius, barely providing any comfort overnight. In July the park rangers dealt with several life-threatening incidents due to intense heat. One fatality was also recorded in the park. In another incident, a man received second-degree burns when he lost his shoes in sand dunes and had to be rescued and hospitalised. Also read | Flights to Leh cancelled due to record heatwave for fourth day in a row "We just experienced the hottest month in history in the hottest place on Earth! Six of the 10 hottest summers have come in the past 10 years, which should serve as a wake up call," said Superintendent Mike Reynolds in the statement. "Record-breaking months like this one could become the norm as we continue to see global temperatures rise. Visitors to the park should plan ahead and come prepared to face extreme temperatures during the summer months," he added. Park rangers have advised summer travellers to Death Valley National Park to stay close to an air-conditioned vehicle and not walk continuously for more than 10 minutes. They have also recommended visitors to "not hike after 10 am, drink plenty of water, eat salty snacks, and wear a hat and sunscreen." (With inputs from agencies)

Death Valley National Park: 'Hottest place on Earth' records hottest month in July

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Death Valley National Park: 'Hottest place on Earth' records hottest month in July

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