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Reproduced from AP ; Chart: Axios Visuals Greater shares of Americans now say that extreme heat has affected various parts of day-to-day life compared to just two years ago. Why it matters: The findings , from the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, suggest that people are increasingly aware of extreme heat's impact on their health, budgets, travel plans and more. By the numbers: 90% of Americans now say that extreme heat has had at least a minor impact on their lives broadly, up from 83% two years ago. - 80% now say that extreme heat has had at least a minor impact on their power bills, up from 69% in 2024. - 68% say it's affecting their outdoor activities, up from 57%. - 42% say it's affecting their travel or vacation plans,…
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