In response to intense traffic congestion, the Federal Ministry of Works has reopened Lagos' Independence Bridge. Directed by Minister David Umahi, temporary measures will be employed to allow traffic flow, with further maintenance scheduled later. The ministry apologized for the inconvenience and urged public patience.
A relentless heat wave gripping the United States has broken temperature records and led to numerous fatalities. The West, including Death Valley, experienced exceptionally high temperatures, with tragic consequences. Northern California, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and higher elevations like Lake Tahoe have also faced unprecedented heat levels. Predictions suggest temperatures could reach 130 degrees in Furnace Creek.