Kate Sheppard observes that it is very hot outside in much of the eastern U.S. She notes a blog post by Miles Grant citing NOAA records showing "June 2011 was the 316th consecutive month with a global temperature above the 20th century average." Meanwhile, Rush Limbaugh says that the Heat Index is a government conspiracy.

Kate Sheppard reports for Mother Jones July 21, 2011.
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"Limbaugh: The Killer 116° Heat Index Is 'Manufactured By The Government'" (Think Progress Green) [3]

"Thanks for the Cooling, Volcanoes" (Mother Jones) [4]

"Defying Climate Deal Like Appeasing Hitler: UK Minister " (Reuters) [5]