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The 108-Degree Eviction
Living outside is a more dreadful prospect during a heat wave.
TL;DR
- Susie and Shelby Tyson were evicted from their Las Vegas apartment in June, during a period of extreme heat.
- The eviction was a result of their landlord terminating their lease, citing alleged lease violations.
- The mother and daughter faced significant challenges in finding new housing, including the high costs of temporary accommodations.
- The extreme heat in Las Vegas poses a serious danger, especially to those who are elderly, work outdoors, or are experiencing homelessness.
- Susie and Shelby relied on mutual aid groups and social services as they navigated their housing crisis.
- The article underscores the increasing unsuitability of Las Vegas as a year-round residence due to rising temperatures and resource scarcity, such as water supply from Lake Mead.