Human Interest Human Interest News Video Shows Crayons Melting Outside in Las Vegas as Extreme Triple-Digit Heat Wave Continues Wednesday, July 10, marked the city's fifth consecutive day of recording temperatures at 115 degrees or greater By Abigail Adams Abigail Adams Abigail Adams is a Human Interest Writer and Reporter for PEOPLE. She has been working in journalism for seven years. People Editorial Guidelines Published on July 10, 2024 07:32PM EDT Extreme heat is currently gripping much of the United States, including Las Vegas, where it’s hot enough to melt crayons outside. A time-lapse video shared by the National Weather Service on July 10 showed an array of crayons going from solid to liquid form. In the clip, a row of colorful crayons melted down a canvas propped up by a bucket and a rock, while individual crayons tipped over and melted on their own on a separate canvas on the ground. The result was a gooey mess of colored wax. 4-Month-Old Baby Dies on Lake Havasu Trip with Family During Record-Breaking Heat: 'Beyond Devastated' Wednesday, July 10, marked the city's fifth consecutive day of recording temperatures at 115 degrees or greater, according to the Associated Press, which also noted that over the weekend, temperatures reached an all-time high of 120 degrees. “This is the most extreme heat wave in the history of record-keeping in Las Vegas since 1937,” said NWS meteorologist John Adair, per the news agency. The heat can be incredibly dangerous, especially for those who are more prone to heat-related deaths such as children, older adults, disabled individuals and those who work outside, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Heat-related deaths are occurring on both coasts, as well. At least eight suspected heat-related deaths have been recorded in Oregon, according to NBC affiliate KGW. Meanwhile, at least seven have been reported in the Washington, D.C., area, according to The Washington Post. Trying to Beat the Heat? You May Be at Higher Risk of Sunburn if You're on These Medications Additionally, at least nine deaths related to hot car incidents have been reported nationwide, Accuweather reported. The latest instance involved a 2-year-old girl who was left in a car in Arizona amid triple-digit heat, per ABC News. In addition to avoiding hot spaces like cars and buildings with no air conditions, DHS recommends staying hydrated (while avoiding sugary drinks), remaining in an air conditioned setting and wearing lightweight, light-colored and loose-fitting clothing to avoid heat-related illnesses and death.