The scorching heatwave gripping the western US shows no signs of relenting as Death Valley, renowned for its extreme temperatures, approaches near-world record highs this week. Temperatures in Furnace Creek, where the world's highest recorded temperature of 56.7°C (134°F) was once measured, soared past 50°C (122°F) on July 3, and peaked at a blistering 54°C (129°F) on … [Read more...] about Death Valley Reaches 54°C As Week-Long Near-World Record Temperatures Expected