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What are some of the worst summers in terms of heat-related deaths that have occurred in the United States? |
The United States has also endured some scorching summers that resulted in thousands of deaths. Below are some of the worst on record.
Deadly Summers in the United States
| Year | Number of Deaths |
| 1901 | 9,508 |
| 1936 | 4,678 |
| 1975 | 1,500–2,000 |
| 1980 | 1,700 |
| 1988 | 5,000–10,000 |