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New fire complexes in several Western states show the growing activity of this wildfire season after a slow start. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses the recent record setting heat wave in Phoenix, Arizona with record consecutive days of 110 degree plus temperatures.

The first week of August brings with it a wide range of temperatures nationwide. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

A sharper temperature gradient means there will be a fine line of potential precipitation across the nation this week. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses some of the notable wildfire complexes that have taken place so far out West in 2023.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says the nation should expect a mixed bag of temperatures and mostly above normal precipitation for the period of August 8 - 14.

If you are a farmer or farm worker, an expert has some advice to help get you through severe heat conditions. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Ohio State University health and safety educator, Dee Jepsen. USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey.

If you are trying to work outside in severe heat, an expert has some tips to help keep you safe from heat stroke. Gary Crawford has the story. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey. Ohio State University professor Dee Jepsen.

Is food price inflation finally starting to stabilize? Gary Crawford has this report. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Matt MacLachlan, USDA economist.

While consumption of many fruits has been stable over the years, consumption of avocados is booming. Gary Crawford has this report from a sweltering Washington D.C. farmers market. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford and Tomi Ajiboye, with USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service.