Floridians, Texans Seek Relief as Extreme Heat Blankets U.S. | Tampa Bay Times

Americans searched for ways to stay cool Tuesday as extreme heat gripped the U.S. from Florida to Arizona.

Houston experienced scorching temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Some families sought refuge from the heat by cooling off at a water splash area.

“It’s highly unpredictable, especially with the global warming and all that stuff. It gets hotter and hotter every summertime,” said Houston Victor Eme, who was exercising in a park.