Heat Wave

Sustainable Development September 14

USDA grants $1 billion across the country to plant trees in hopes of reducing extreme heat

Hundreds of projects across the U.S. will share $1.13 billion in federal funding to help cities plant trees, mitigate extreme heat incidents, and improve access to nature.

US September 8

Sweltering heatwave invades New England, forcing school closures and early dismissals

Widespread heat has enveloped a significant portion of the country, infiltrating New England and prompting certain schools to either shut down or release students early on Friday.

Texas September 7

ERCOT urges Texans to cut power use as grid threatened for first time since 2021 blackout

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) on Thursday requested that residents dial down electricity use as a heatwave threatens the state's power grid.

US September 7

Heatwave forces school disruptions across multiple states, leading to early dismissal, online teaching

Late summer heatwave disruptions were experienced by schools across several states, including Michigan, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, leading to early dismissals in schools.

Texas August 31

Texas UPS driver dies days after collapsing in extreme heat

A Texas UPS driver died this week after becoming ill while working in hot temperatures amid a heatwave.

Oklahoma August 29

Video shows 5-year-old boy ringing doorbell, seeking help after let off at wrong bus stop in 105-degree heat

An Oklahoma mother says her 5-year-old son and her boyfriend's 5-year-old daughter were dropped off at the wrong bus stop and wandered around in 105-degree heat trying to get home.

Arizona August 29

50 Cent postpones Phoenix concert over 'dangerous' triple-digit temps

Rapper 50 Cent has postponed his performance at the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix, blaming temperatures as high as 117 degrees that are currently searing the region.

Arizona August 25

Phoenix continues to battle extreme heat as summer draws to a close

As summer slowly gives way to fall, Phoenix remains in the grip of scorching temperatures. The National Weather Service has issued a warning for the city and parts of Arizona.

Heat Wave August 25

Mechanics warn scorching temperatures across the US could be causing an increase in automobile issues

Excessive heat waves across the US are believed to be the culprit of an increase in tire and battery issues. Mechanics advise consumers to get their cars checked out before Labor day.

Louisiana August 23

Raging wildfires sweep Louisiana amid intense heatwave and drought conditions, threatening communities

Numerous wildfires are currently ablaze across Louisiana, as scorching triple-digit temperatures persist and a dearth of rain exacerbates the situation, leaving little room for relief.