Heatwave
With extreme heat gripping much of the U.S., health experts stress the importance of recognizing and treating heat exhaustion. The condition occurs when the body overheats and loses water and salt through excessive sweating, leading to dizziness, nausea, cramps, and a rapid heart rate. High-risk groups include outdoor workers, athletes, older adults, children, and those […]
With temperatures forecasted to reach near 100°F, several Rochester-area school districts are implementing early dismissals and closures next week. Districts including Rochester CSD, Webster, Pittsford, Brockport, Lyons, and Wayne CSD announced schedule changes for June 23–25. Adjustments include early dismissals, event cancellations, and cooling accommodations like overnight air conditioning and added fans. Regents exams and […]
The West Coast is in for another round of heat as a major weather pattern rolls into that part of the country. This weather pattern will create perfect conditions for more wildfires and also a major heatwave in the South West. Yesterday there were already high wind warnings and air quality alerts in place for […]
Record high temperatures are sweeping across the west coast as the biggest heatwave in recorded history takes place. Los Angeles recorded a record high of 121ºF which is 2 degrees higher than the previous record, set in 2006. The National Weather Service issued a report that said: “The temperature at Woodland Hills may yet go […]
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