Demagoguery with statistical data!
Well, the population growth of Maricopa county was also enormous (see also chart below). "From 1990 to 2026, the population of Maricopa County, Arizona, more than doubled, growing from 2,132,249 residents to a projected 4,724,969." (Google)
I also have a strong hunch that over the years medical diagnosis of heat related death increased perhaps due to better medical services or improved awareness of residents or more residents ignoring related warnings etc.
"Maricopa County has confirmed 511 heat-related deaths this year, with more than 200 cases still under review.
The pending cases could push the toll past the county’s record of 645 deaths, set in 2023. Final totals aren’t expected until spring. ..."
Maricopa County on pace for deadliest year of heat-related deaths "County records more than 500 heat deaths as investigations continue"
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