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Twin Cities Endure Hottest Day In Over 4 Years Amid Triple-Digit Temperatures
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · As published by Patch
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on this heat wave, readers can refer to the full report from Patch, which provides further details on the recent temperature surge in the Twin Cities.
The Twin Cities have experienced extremely high temperatures, with the area enduring its hottest day in over four years. Temperatures reached triple digits, marking a significant heat event for the region. For more information on this heat wave, readers can refer to the full report from Patch, which provides further details on the recent temperature surge in the Twin Cities.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 28, 2026 ·
Source: Patch ·
Reading time: 1 min
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