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Why Nashville feels hotter than its neighbors: The urban heat island effect

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Category: local · Published: July 29, 2026 · Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Why Nashville feels hotter than its neighbors: The urban heat island effect

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