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Brazil's coastal metropolis of Rio de Janeiro is currently experiencing the highest temperatures for a decade. Record temperatures of 44 degrees

Rio de Janeiro has recorded its hottest day in at least a decade when temperatures reached 44 degrees Celsius (111 F) as residents try to cool off in the ocean or under public showers

The city of Rio de Janeiro reached a record temperature of 44 degrees Celsius (111.2 degrees Fahrenheit) on Monday, authorities said.

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