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

September 7, 2023

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.

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

September 7, 2023

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 UPS driver dies days after collapsing in extreme heat

August 31, 2023

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.

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

August 29, 2023

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.

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

August 29, 2023

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.

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

August 25, 2023

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.

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

August 25, 2023

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.

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

August 23, 2023

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.

Swiss police warn that heat wave increases risk of falling rock, ice in Alpine region

August 23, 2023

Swiss police warn that heat wave increases risk of falling rock, ice in Alpine region

The European heat wave is increasing the risk of falling rock and ice in Switzerland's Alpine region, according to police. Many mountaineers have fallen victim this year.

Nebraska girl, 1, dies after being left in hot daycare van; driver arrested

August 22, 2023

Nebraska girl, 1, dies after being left in hot daycare van; driver arrested

A 62-year-old daycare van driver in Omaha, Nebraska, was arrested following a one-year-old girl's death after being left in his vehicle on one of the area's hottest days this year.