While the physical dangers of heat waves, such as heat stroke, are well known, scientists are now highlighting the psychological effects of extreme temperatures. Heat’s Effect on the Brain As New York City grapples with the Tri-State Area’s third heat wave of 2024, with temperatures feeling like 95-110 degrees between Monday and Wednesday, data reveals … Read more
In traditionally cool coastal cities like San Francisco, Portland, and Seattle, air conditioning is still uncommon. Only 45% of San Francisco homes and 53% of Seattle homes have air conditioning. Mild climates make this possible, but when temperatures spike, residents often resort to old-fashioned strategies to stay cool. These methods can be helpful for people … Read more
Authorities are investigating the death of a motorcyclist who succumbed to heat exposure in Death Valley National Park over the weekend. This incident occurred as the region experienced record-high temperatures. Tragic Incident in Badwater Basin The National Park Service Rangers reported that the fatality occurred on Saturday near Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North … Read more
An Excessive Heat Watch is in effect for most of New Jersey from 10 a.m. Tuesday through 8 p.m. Saturday. Additionally, a Heat Advisory will be in place from noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday for northeastern New Jersey and the lower Hudson Valley. Temperatures Soar as Heat Wave Arrives The pleasant temperatures experienced over the … Read more
As the city sweltered under the summer sun, temperatures remained high, but a slight drop in dewpoints to the low 60s by the afternoon offered a bit of relief. This adjustment meant that the feel-like temperature barely exceeded the actual temperature, although it remained a hot day. Heat Wave Continues This Father’s Day weekend, … Read more
The extreme weather conditions in the United States have brought a dual threat of heatwaves in the Southwest and violent storms in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. Las Vegas reached a record high of 111 degrees on Thursday, marking the earliest date the city has ever experienced such scorching temperatures, according to the National Weather Service … Read more
As a storm system that wreaked havoc across the central U.S., leaving a trail of destruction and claiming lives, moved towards the Gulf Coast, states braced for severe weather threats. Meanwhile, along the East Coast, record-breaking heat loomed, with temperatures expected to soar. Impact on Gulf Coast States Southeast Texas and southwest Louisiana faced powerful … Read more