Nation Aug 10 Contiguous U.S. broke its record for hottest month ever in July, NOAA says By Seth Borenstein, Associated Press
World Jul 27 France says enormous wildfire that forced 220,000 people to flee has stopped growing With temperatures expected to rise, the situation remains critical as crews against time, using earth movers to create firebreak… By Mark Carlson, Emma Da Silva, John Leicester, Associated Press
Nation Jun 30 Forecasters cite 'dangerous' conditions as heat scorches Midwest The heat index — how hot it feels when air temperature and humidity are combined — is exceeding 100 degrees in some areas. By Ed White, Associated Press
Health Jun 30 How to stay cool and safe in a heat wave, even without air conditioning Scorching temperatures, especially combined with high humidity, pose risks particularly for children, older people and those with certain health conditions. By Caleigh Wells, Melina Walling, Associated Press
Nation Jun 29 Sweltering Midwest heat cancels outdoor plans as cooling centers open and the East braces DES MOINES, Iowa — Summer camp and other outdoor activities were canceled or delayed Monday as a heat wave held its grip on the Midwest and spread eastward. Communities opened cooling centers and urged people to take it easy and… By Hannah Fingerhut, Kathy McCormack, Associated Press
Jun 21 How window‑mounted heat pumps can give tenants efficient heating and cooling By Moncef Krarti, The Conversation Heating and cooling buildings consumes 35% of all the energy used in the United States each year. Continue reading
Jun 11 Watch 5:22 World Cup players challenged by dangerously hot weather By Ben Tracy, Christopher Spinder The World Cup kicked off on Thursday as South Africa squared off against Mexico, one of this year's host countries. Several American cities hosting these opening matches will be sweltering this weekend, making stadiums feel more like a sauna than… Continue watching
Jun 11 How to avoid heat-related illness and stay cool this summer By Associated Press More above-average temperatures could be on the books this summer, and they are more than an inconvenience. Continue reading
Aug 07 July was Earth's third-warmest on record, EU scientists say By Paolo Santalucia, Suman Naishadham, Associated Press The scientists say extremes — including heat and deadly floods — persisted in July despite a slightly lower global average temperature. Continue reading
Jun 24 New York City hits 100 degrees under extreme heat wave baking Eastern U.S. By Associated Press Large swaths of the country were broiling under a heat dome, worsened by a humid atmosphere that’s circling the East. Continue reading