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Hundreds of records set to fall as historic heat wave roasts western U.S.

Hundreds of records set to fall as historic heat wave roasts western U.S.

An exceptionally powerful ridge of high pressure building over the western United States this week will … Hundreds of records set to fall as historic heat wave roasts western U.S.Read more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•March 17, 2026June 22, 2026

Upcoming heat wave isn’t “just summer.” Heat is a prolific killer.

Upcoming heat wave isn’t “just summer.” Heat is a prolific killer.

The first major heat wave of the season is on the way for a large swath … Upcoming heat wave isn’t “just summer.” Heat is a prolific killer.Read more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•June 17, 2025June 22, 2026

Another round of dangerous heat arrives during a dangerously hot summer

Another round of dangerous heat arrives during a dangerously hot summer

An excessively hot summer across the U.S. rolls on this week as another stretch of dangerously … Another round of dangerous heat arrives during a dangerously hot summerRead more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•July 14, 2024June 22, 2026

Extreme heat kills. It’s no joke. Folks shouldn’t treat it like one.

Extreme heat kills. It’s no joke. Folks shouldn’t treat it like one.

If a tornado outbreak killed a few hundred people, it would be remembered as a national … Extreme heat kills. It’s no joke. Folks shouldn’t treat it like one.Read more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•June 18, 2024June 22, 2026

Dangerous heat, dangerous storms continue as bizarre pattern persists

Dangerous heat, dangerous storms continue as bizarre pattern persists

Dangerous weather will continue rolling through the weekend and into next week as a freaky pattern … Dangerous heat, dangerous storms continue as bizarre pattern persistsRead more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•June 17, 2023June 22, 2026

Dangerous Heat, 110°F+ High Temperatures On The Way For Southern Plains

Dangerous Heat, 110°F+ High Temperatures On The Way For Southern Plains

There’s a hot summer day and a dang hot summer day. A spell of extreme heat … Dangerous Heat, 110°F+ High Temperatures On The Way For Southern PlainsRead more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•July 17, 2022June 22, 2026

Heat Index Is Real, People Didn’t Survive Before A/C, And Other Heat Wave FAQs, Answered

Heat Index Is Real, People Didn’t Survive Before A/C, And Other Heat Wave FAQs, Answered

Q: How long is it going to stay hot? A: As you can tell by the … Heat Index Is Real, People Didn’t Survive Before A/C, And Other Heat Wave FAQs, AnsweredRead more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•June 15, 2022June 22, 2026

Prolonged June Heat Wave Set To Slide East Across The U.S. Next Week

Prolonged June Heat Wave Set To Slide East Across The U.S. Next Week

A solid early-season heat wave is roasting towns from California to Texas this week, with a … Prolonged June Heat Wave Set To Slide East Across The U.S. Next WeekRead more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•June 9, 2022June 22, 2026

Extreme Heat Will Roast The U.S. From Coast To Coast This Week

Extreme Heat Will Roast The U.S. From Coast To Coast This Week

Summer has no plans on letting up anytime soon. A double-barreled heat wave will set up … Extreme Heat Will Roast The U.S. From Coast To Coast This WeekRead more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•August 10, 2021June 22, 2026

A Nationwide Heat Wave Leads To A Severe Weather Risk On Wednesday

A Nationwide Heat Wave Leads To A Severe Weather Risk On Wednesday

Hey, hey—it’s a story about heat that’s not just about the west! Aren’t we special? A … A Nationwide Heat Wave Leads To A Severe Weather Risk On WednesdayRead more

Dennis Mersereauby Dennis Mersereau•July 28, 2021June 22, 2026

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