In the summer of 2023 El Paso faced record breaking heat due to an increase of global warming over the past decade.

“Personally, I’m getting tired of this weather and I can’t wait for winter,” said Junior Misael Santillan.

The El Paso heat has affected its citizens in many different ways. The struggle of leaving the house and coming back drenched in sweat, people suffering from heat strokes and the constant lack of hydration has led many citizens to want to remain inside.

“When I’m walking outside I feel exhausted and sweaty,” said Junior Alyssa Medrano. 

On July 25th 2023 a record- breaking heat wave hit El Paso. The city endured scorching heat for its 40th consecutive day as temperatures soared past the triple digit mark. Average temperatures reached a high of 102 degrees.

“It’s ridiculous to even think about, I believe this should stop because it’s overwhelming for me and everyone. Just thinking about the stranded dogs makes me feel so bad because of how hot it is” said Junior Sophia Sanchez. 

Stranded animals have suffered the most this summer. Many of them die from overheating, heat strokes and inadequate water. These dogs don’t have access to water, leading to dehydration. Since most animals don’t sweat like humans do, when the temperature rises, they can easily become overheated, making them exposed to heat strokes. 

“We should look after any stranded dogs and cats by at least offering them fresh water because with this heat they are at risk of lack of hydration”said Junior Sophia Sanchez. 

Sport athletes at El Paso high have struggled especially during this heat when exercising. From sweating and losing body fluids to getting heat strokes. This summer, their biggest struggle was having to work out and practice for hours outside in the bare heat. 

“The heat was horrible, having to be in school from 4:00 to 5:30 pm outside practicing and running around the track field while drenched in sweat sucked,” said Junior Cross Country athlete Azul Fernandez. 

Heat strokes are the most common and serious heat- related illness. It occurs when the body can no longer control its temperature, the sweating mechanism fails, and the body is unable to cool down. The number of Texans who died from heat strokes were at least nine around the state in June of 2023. 

“Drink a lot of water and Electrolytes.” says Junior Misael Santillan.