Why is it still pretty cool in the Pacific Northwest? We took your questions.

Theres no question: This week has been weirdly hot. Most of the Lower 48 is experiencing its hottest week this year and its one of the hottest months ever on record . Earlier this week, I shared with readers of my Climate Coach column how the way we measure heat is confusing when conditions are this extreme : Fahrenheit no longer makes sense. On Friday, I took your questions about extreme heat during a live chat. The chat is now over, but you can read a transcript of it below. Note that questions may have been edited for accuracy and clarity. Here are some of the questions I answered: Looking for more? Read some of my recent columns: Alexandra Pannoni, newsroom talent & community editor, produced this live chat. Ask for advice: Carolyn Hax takes your questions about the strange train we call life. Ask for a dining suggestion: Chat with restaurant critic Tom Sietsema. Chat with home design experts: Jura Koncius and weekly guests help you achieve domestic bliss. Ask for cooking help: Aaron Hutcherson and Becky Krystal are your guides to the kitchen. Ask a parent: Get parenting advice from Meghan Leahy every other week. Explore all of our chats on our community page .