California State

Los Angeles Times

The last seven years have been marked by a surge in heat-related deaths, including 2,325 deaths in 2023 — the planet's hottest year on record.

As national heat deaths rise, California girds for worsening bouts of extreme temperature

New Hampshire State

USA TODAY

More Americans died from heat in 2023 than any year in more than two decades of records, according to findings published Monday

Heat killed a record number of Americans last year

Connecticut State

When it rains, it pours. And when it pours, mosquitoes pop up. A series of storms slammed the northeastern United States on August 18, unleashing torrents of rain and causing flash floods across parts of New York and Connecticut. In Oxford, Conn., a potentially record-breaking rainfall of roughly 38 centimeters (15 inches) fell in 24 hours. The National Weather Service is confirming whether the measurements beat the state’s single-day record, set 69 years ago when Hurricane Diane dumped about 32 centimeters of rain.

Extreme heat and rain help send dengue cases skyrocketing

TIME

The research comes after a summer of scorching temperatures and heat waves in the U.S.

Heat-Related Deaths Have Increased More than 100% Since 1999

Arizona State

CBS Chicago

Americans are more at risk from the deadly effects of heat than ever before, a new study found.Researchers from the Journal of the American Medical Association say there were 21,518 deaths from 1999-2023 where heat was either the underlying cause or the contributing cause of death, a possible underestimation, they say. In total, heat-related deaths have increased 117% since 1999.The authors of the study, which was released Monday, used data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to calculate the mortality rates.While the number of heat-related deaths fluctuated year to year, there was a sharp uptick in the last...

Heat-related deaths are on the rise, according to new study

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NewsNinja

One Walmart shopper is issuing a warning against buying meat at the massive retail chain—but the reason why isn’t strictly tied to Walmart. It seems that customers at stores such as Walmart believe it's acceptable to grab perishable items, such as meat or dairy, and then place them on any available shelf if they decide they no longer want them.

Walmart customer shares why they will never shop for meat at the store leaving viewers torn

Fall 2024 is forecast to be warmer than average for most in the U.S. That's especially true in September and October. Even typically colder November may be warmer than usual for many. Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletter to get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our...

Fall Outlook: Warmth To Dominate Much Of US Through October

Think Antarctica is always a frozen wonderland? Think again. Our southernmost continent is experiencing a surprising summer-like spell — in the dead of winter. East Antarctica, which makes up most of the continent, has been experiencing abnormally high temperatures since July. The South Pole station is on track for its warmest July since 2002, averaging about 11 degrees Fahrenheit (6.3 Celsius) above normal, according to The Washington Post.

Scientists issue warning as temperatures in Antarctica soar above normal: 'This heat wave is a near-record (or record) event'

Los Angeles, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Mental_Floss

If you’ve ever said “it’s not the heat, it’s the humidity,” you already understand what goes into calculating wet bulb temperature.

What Is “Wet Bulb Temperature”?

Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletter to get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our meteorologists. Highlighting seas that are rising at an accelerating rate, especially in the far more vulnerable Pacific island nations, U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued yet another climate SOS to the world. This time he said those initials stand for “save our seas.”

The Worldwide Catastrophe Of Rising Seas Especially Imperils Pacific Paradises, UN Chief Says

A bird once considered a European delicacy was almost hunted to extinction, but watch this incredible video to learn how humans are now teaching these birds how to migrate for winter.

Humans Show Endangered Birds How To Migrate

With a heat dome settling over the Midwest this week, you might hear the term “corn sweat” a lot. It refers to a process by which plants exhale water, called evapotranspiration. This process peaks in corn between mid-July and late August. When it occurs during a heat wave, it can lead to dangerously high dew points.

Weather Words: 'Corn Sweat'

Powder

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration publishes new Three Month Temperature and Precipitation Outlooks on a monthly basis. Check out the August 15, 2024 update of NOAA's Seasonal Temperature and Precipitation Outlooks for January, February, and March of 2025 below. NOAA's Outlooks ...

NOAA's Updated Winter '24/'25 Outlook Is Promising

Minnesota State

While severe thunderstorms knocked out power to thousands of people across the Twin Cities metro area, this stunning moment of beauty was captured during the scary weather.

Twin Cities See Dazzling Lightning-Rainbow Combo

Florida State

Some 130 dead manatee calves were found in Florida as of Aug. 23. Scientists say it's likely related to a mass die-off of adults that peaked three years ago. But it's not all bad news. Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletter to get weekday updates from The Weather...

More Baby Manatees Are Being Found Dead In Florida Than Ever Before

Severe storms target the Northern Plains to the Great Lakes early this week. Very large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes are all possible threats. Stay weather aware.

Hail, Wind Threat From N. Plains To Great Lakes

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

NBC News

A massive heat dome will continue to bring record heat to large swaths of the country on Wednesday, including sweltering temperatures across the Eastern U.S. that has prompted early dismissals in some schools. Fifty-one million people are under heat advisories and heat warnings Wednesday from eastern Missouri to Long Island,...

Heat dome brings extreme temps and humidity to the East, prompting early school dismissals

Hawaii State

Hone has weakened to a tropical storm as it continues its westward trek away from the Big Island. The storm dropped over a foot of rain in some spots. Find out what could bring more rain to Hawaii next.

Hone Moves Out; Potential Rainmakers On Horizon

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US Heat Deaths Soared To Record High Last Year

Heat deaths increased 117% since 1999. Scientists say the numbers are likely undercounted. The rise comes at the same time as Earth's highest temperatures on record....

US Heat Deaths Soared To Record High Last Year

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