More extreme heat expected in the Pacific Northwest this weekHighs could be in the triple digits, and overnight lows might stay above 75 degrees Fahrenheit in places.
Is your pool too hot? Cooling down your pool water in excessive heatTemperatures have been hitting record highs this summer.
Jeff Bezos, fiancee dedicate $100M to Maui fundBezos and his fiancee said they are "heartbroken" after seeing devastation in Maui. Other notable names have also donated, including Oprah Winfrey.
67 dead in Maui wildfires amid questions over emergency alert systemOfficials reportedly opted not to sound sirens, instead attempting to alert residents by cellphone as wildfires cut communications to Lahaina.
Hawaii Lt. Gov. says wildfire death toll is likely to increaseHawaii's Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke spoke with Scripps News on Thursday about the wildfires' destruction.
Before and after images show true wildfire devastation on MauiThe destruction in Hawaii has been historic after wind-powered wildfires damaged large areas of the island state.
Maui fires damage historic banyan tree and Lahaina landmarksThe banyan tree has been an iconic part of Lahaina town’s historic Front Street. The Maui wildfires have damaged it and other landmarks.
NOAA upgrades Atlantic hurricane prediction to 'above-normal'Forecasters made the adjustment, noting the warm surface water temperatures and the ongoing El Niño event.
Maui wildfire leaves 53 dead, hundreds of buildings destroyedHundreds of structures were destroyed as a Hawaiian resort town was severely impacted by a massive wildfire fueled by gusty winds.
Biden administration unveils a tool for tracking heat-related illnessThe tracker aims to help local authorities gain deeper insights into the populations most susceptible to heat-related illnesses or fatalities.
6 killed as wind-driven wildfire rages through Maui, HawaiiThe Coast Guard has responded to some areas where residents have entered the ocean to avoid smoke and fire conditions.
US hit by a record number of billion-dollar disasters so far this yearAccording to the NOAA, the United States has seen more billion-dollar disasters in the first seven months of 2023 than in any year on record.
Forecasters say summer storms are going to snarl air travel more oftenSevere storms stretching across most of the eastern U.S. Monday canceled thousands of flights. Experts say such storms are likely to get more common.
2 dead, 1.1 million without power as storms batter Eastern USResidents across multiple states are also dealing with downed trees, debris-filled streets and damaged homes and cars.
Glacial flooding damages structures in Alaska's capitalThe Mendenhall River in Juneau reached record levels over the weekend after a glacial-dammed lake outburst in Suicide Basin.
How to walk your dog when the pavement is hotWhen the outdoor temperature hits 86 degrees Fahrenheit, the asphalt registers a much hotter 135 degrees.
Record heat contributes to killing off iconic saguaro cactusesA lack of precipitation coupled with extreme heat has contributed to major stress on the iconic saguaro cactuses.
Advocates rush to help those living with homelessness in record heatEvery year advocates for those experiencing homelessness in Arizona offer food and water, but this year's record heat offers a more urgent challenge.
Washington among cities slowing metro rail amid hot weatherRising commuter rail station heat threatens to wreak havoc on transit systems.
What does prolonged ocean heat mean for our weather?Some of the ocean temperatures scientists are seeing now are without precedent — which makes forecasting their effects difficult.
What are some health complications from extreme heat?July is on track to be the hottest month globally on record, and possibly the warmest human civilization has ever experienced.
Why are mobile home residents more likely to be killed by a tornado?Mobile homes are not as securely anchored to the ground as site-built homes, and this can make a tornado especially devastating.
Over half the US is under extreme heat or flood warningsThis is likely the hottest time period in more than 120,000 years, according to preliminary analyses.
US and Canadian firefighters working together to tackle wildfiresU.S. crews have been in Canada for nearly three weeks trying to contain the fires.
Extreme heat across the country is impacting prices at the pumpSince last week, the average price for a gallon of regular gas in the U.S. has gone up by nearly 20 cents, according to AAA.
New research explains how climate change is driving recent heat wavesThe heat waves encountered this summer would be "virtually impossible" without greenhouse emissions changing the climate, researchers say.
Heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke: Know the signs and how to treat themWhile heat exhaustion and heat stroke tend to be interpreted as the same condition due to similar symptoms, they must be treated in different ways.
Rising ocean temps contributing to Florida's dying coral reefsPotential record temperatures in waters off Florida may have lead to coral death on state reefs — and could affect larger climate systems, too.
Lawmakers call for federal heat protections in workplacesLawmakers want OSHA to create federal protections for workers who may encounter hot conditions, whether indoors or out.
Marching bands begin summer practice amid high heatExperts say the number of marching band members who have become sick due to heat exposure could be low due to underreporting.
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