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Extreme heat is fueling a countywide push for more trees and shade in Palm Beach County
Summary by The Palm Beach Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Joel Lopez , as published by WPTV
· August 4, 2026
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WPTV's Joel Lopez spoke with Palm Beach County's Parks and Recreation department who told him the number one need they hear from people, aside from beach access, is shade.
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What is this story about? WPTV's Joel Lopez spoke with Palm Beach County's Parks and Recreation department who told him the number one need they hear from people, aside from beach access, is shade.
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