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People walk along the East River in Brooklyn, New York, as temperatures reached into the 90s on Wednesday.

How people, pets and infrastructure can respond to extreme heat

12:07pm July 22, 2022

by Rachel Treisman

Climate change is making heat waves more frequent and intense. With much of the U.S. facing a weekend of extreme temperatures, here are some tips for protecting yourself and your loved ones.

Power transmission lines span toward San Antonio, Texas. More than 100 million people are currently under heat-related warnings and advisories across the United States, the National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center said Tuesday.

National

As a heat wave blankets much of the U.S., utilities are managing to keep up, for now

5:00am July 22, 2022

by Scott Neuman

Earlier this year, there had been warnings that supply during peak summer hours might not meet demand. But there have been no reports yet of widespread outages.

Residents of London enjoy some shade on Tuesday, as the United Kingdom recorded its hottest temperature ever.

World News

Why 100-degree heat is so dangerous in the United Kingdom

4:53pm July 19, 2022

by Becky Sullivan

"We're used to treating hot spells as a chance to go play in the sun," said a top government scientist. "Our lifestyles and our infrastructure are not adapted to what is coming."

A sign over the A19 road towards Teesside displays an extreme weather advisory on Saturday as the U.K. braces for the upcoming heat wave.

World News

The U.K. gets ready for travel disruptions as temperatures may hit 104 F

1:37pm July 16, 2022

by The Associated Press

Authorities issued their first ever "red" warning for extreme heat early next week. The alert covers large parts of England on Monday and Tuesday when temperatures may reach 104 F for the first time.

A child plays in a fountain in the warm weather in London, Friday, June 17, 2022. A blanket of hot air stretching from the Mediterranean to the North Sea is giving much of western Europe its first heat wave of the summer, with temperatures forecast to top

World News

Europe wilts under early heat wave from Med to North Sea

7:19am June 18, 2022

by The Associated Press

A blanket of hot air stretching from the Mediterranean to the North Sea is bringing much of Western Europe its first heat wave of the summer.

Weather

Cooling centers open in WS in response to near-record high temperatures

2:11pm June 14, 2022

by April Laissle

More unseasonably warm temperatures are in store for the Triad this week.

People rest at the Oregon Convention Center cooling station in Oregon, Portland on June 28, 2021, as a heatwave moves over much of the United States.

Environment

Another Major Heat Wave Is Bringing Triple-Digit Temps To The Pacific Northwest

1:05pm August 13, 2021

The Forest Service is also warning that air quality is likely to deteriorate as wildfires continue to burn.

Children beat the heat Thursday in a misting pool at a park in Queens as temperatures reach into the 90s in New York City.

Nearly 2 In 3 Americans Are Dealing With Dangerous Heat Waves

4:20pm August 12, 2021

by Jaclyn Diaz

The National Weather Service predicts areas on the East Coast could reach 100 degrees Thursday, with triple-digit temperatures in the Pacific Northwest, too. Relief isn't expected until the weekend.

The remains of a burned home are seen in the Indian Falls neighborhood of unincorporated Plumas County, California on July 26, 2021. Extreme weather events have claimed hundreds of lives worldwide in recent weeks, and upcoming forecasts for wildfire and h

Climate Change Is Driving Deadly Weather Disasters From Arizona To Mumbai

12:38pm July 29, 2021

by Rachel Treisman

There's been about two degrees Fahrenheit of warming so far worldwide. That may sound like a small number, but scientists say it's enough to make extreme weather events much more common.

When working out in the summer, watch for the signs of dehydration and heat stroke. Choosing a later evening or early morning time for a run in one smart way to stay safe.

How To Heat-Proof Your Summer Workout

5:49pm July 19, 2021

by Suzette Lohmeyer

With much of the U.S. already sweltering this summer, even avid runners, hikers and bikers are wilting. We've got 10 strategies from experts on how to enjoy hot weather exercise without keeling over.