Heat
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August ties for the hottest month ever
August has been recorded as the hottest August ever and ties with the hottest month in history since 1940, according to the European Climate Service Copernicus. In the United States, temperatures averaged 75.58 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Ask the Meteorologist: When will the summer heat finally back off?
The recent temperatures have brought mixed reviews to say the least. It has been a very hot start to September, and the heat cranks up again to close out this week. Let's break down the pattern that continues to bring us heat and if we'll see any changes soon.
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‘It’s inhumane’: WRAL viewers report dozens of complaints about hot Wake County classrooms
Over the last month, our newsroom has received more than 30 complaints about HVAC issues in Wake County Schools and insufficient solutions. Thursday, about half of dozen of those reports pertained to conditions inside Millbrook High School.
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HVAC issues persist in Triangle schools; Hillside High without A/C
Air conditioning issues continue at schools across the Triangle. Wake and Durham County schools sent students home this week after temperatures rose inside classrooms without air conditioning.
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Beating the summer heat in September: The signs first responders are warning of
During peak summer months, Wake County EMS responded to about 15 calls a day for heat-related illness. This week, they're preparing for another stretch of dangerous heat.
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September heat pushes North Carolina illness visits higher as experts warn of hidden toll
North Carolina has recorded nearly 5,900 heat-related emergency department visits since May 1, but health officials say the data likely capture only part of the impact.
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Ask the Meteorologist: What's made this summer one of the most humid so far?
It's been the eighth most humid summer on record in Raleigh, and part of it has to do with ocean influence.
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Ask the Meteorologist: How does the humidity make it feel so much hotter?
It has been a hotter-than-normal August so far, and it has also been very humid. That humidity makes it feel even hotter. Let's talk about why it makes us feel hotter and how we can stay safe during the heat.
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Hot days, hotter nights: Raleigh is losing its overnight relief
Raleigh now experiences about 40 more unusually warm summer nights than it did in the 1970s. Scientists say climate change is reducing overnight relief from extreme heat, increasing health risks and cooling costs.
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Several Nash County schools without air conditioning, district officials say
NCPS said it will communicate directly with affected families if conditions require changes to the school day or normal operations.
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Don't forget to clean your water bottle
Concerns arise regarding the safety of reusable water bottles. Medical experts warn that these bottles can harbor harmful bacteria, especially when shared. Experts recommend daily washing of water bottles—paying special attention to areas where bacteria can accumulate, such as the straw and the cap. Additionally, disinfecting the bottles weekly using a bleach solution is advised for added safety.
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As another week of heat settles in, Duke Energy rate hike heads back before regulators
Another stretch of 90-degree temperatures is driving up cooling costs as Duke Energy defends its proposed rate hike before state regulators.
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How extreme heat is changing Americans' lives, according to a new AP-NORC poll
A new AP-NORC poll finds that Americans are increasingly noticing the impact of extreme heat on their lives, and they say much of that shift is happening in the West and Midwest. According to the survey, U.S. adults nationally have become more likely to say extreme heat has had either “a major im...
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First days of August present most dangerous heat risk in Western United States
CNN is tracking extreme heat conditions for Americans each day.
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Ask the Meteorologist: What is the ring of fire and its impact on storms in our area?
The ring of fire refers to storm clusters that ride the outer edge of hot areas of high pressure.
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Ask the Meteorologist: How intense heat can lead to cracked car windshields
Intense heat followed by cool rains can lead to cracks in your car windshield.
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Outages roll through NC on hot, stormy day: where to cool off
With temperatures in the area reaching record highs, residents are looking for places to cool down. Here are several cooling centers in the area.
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'Thirsty' tree collapses closes Glenwood Ave, crews worked overnight to reopen
A falling tree brought down power lines across Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh just north of Carolina Country Club on Friday afternoon.
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Ask the Meteorologist: Will wildfire smoke impact World Cup final in NJ?
Dense smoke from the Canadian wildfires is descending on the US. Significant air quality alerts and concerns are in place for many states over the next 48 hours.
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Wildfire smoke and haze add to heat to make outdoor activity dangerous
This weekend, hazardous heat combined with smoke from Canadian wildfires poses a serious risk, prompting medical professionals to urge caution for those planning outdoor activities.
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100-degree heat, poor air quality a double whammy on the body
A Code Orange air quality day Friday added to stifling heat and humidity across the Triangle, making outdoor activity unpleasant. Factor in smoke from Canadian wildfires in the upper levels of the atmosphere, and it all added up to a day better spent indoors.
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Wake County to reopen cooling stations amid brutal heat
Local cooling stations are set to reopen due to extreme heat, staying open through at least Monday.
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Drought conditions make hot weather even hotter
While the lack of rainfall is an obvious part of North Carolina's ongoing drought, there's another side effect that many people don't realize. Drought conditions can make hot weather even hotter.
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Some firetrucks operate without air conditioning during intense heat
The Holly Springs Fire Department said three of its six front-line vehicles are without functioning air conditioning. Temperatures have reached triple digits several days so far in the month of July.
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Ask the Meteorologist: How can we be so hot when we're farthest from the sun in our orbit?
Earth reaches aphelion, its farthest point from the sun, on Monday, July 6.
