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heat wave Public health A climatologic event in which the air temperature is > 42ºC or 103ºF for a period of 5 days or more How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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amp;nbsp; But it was the record heat wave that scorched California during the last two weeks of July that sealed 2006 as one of the toughest years Giacomazzi can recall. Last month's record-breaking heat wave strained the Rosemead-based energy giant's operations, exposing vulnerabilities in both the power grid of utility subsidiary Southern California Edison and its overall power supplies. This might get us past the heat wave if it doesn't last for over a week. |
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