First Half of 2006 Was Warmest Period Ever in US
Hot enough for ya? As much of the nation literally sweats it out with triple-digit temperatures, we learn that the first half of this year was the warmest period on record.
The average temperature for the continental US, measured by the National Climatic Data Center, was 51.8°F, or 3.4°F above average for the 20th century. Five midwestern states experienced record warmth -- warmth that likely contributed to drought and subsequent wildfires.
Globally, early 2006 was the sixth warmest period since records were first kept in 1880.
Source: AP (via Brietbart.com)
The average temperature for the continental US, measured by the National Climatic Data Center, was 51.8°F, or 3.4°F above average for the 20th century. Five midwestern states experienced record warmth -- warmth that likely contributed to drought and subsequent wildfires.
Globally, early 2006 was the sixth warmest period since records were first kept in 1880.
Source: AP (via Brietbart.com)
posted by Brian on
7/17/2006
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