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Hot days are coming: What to know about the effects of heat on mental health and homeless communities

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A close-up view of cracked asphalt and parched earth under intense sunlight, with a single empty plastic bottle resting in the heat shimmer, symbolizing the physical and mental strain of extreme temperatures on vulnerable populations in Salt Lake City. No people are visible; the focus is on the oppressive texture of the heat-damaged landscape and the scarcity of resources.
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Utah News spotted this story published July 8, 2026 at ABC 4. Full coverage may follow as more sources report.

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Parts of Utah are under an extreme heat watch this afternoon, with even higher temperatures expected throughout the week and into the rest of the weekend. As we prepare for the rising temperatures and the triple digit heat, there are both physical and mental health risks to look out for.

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