We end the week with one of the hottest days of summer and amid an official heatwave, which means three consecutive days when temperatures reach 90 degrees and above. Excessive heat warnings and heat advisories are in place across the…
As cute plants that survive on very little water, succulents are rapidly gaining popularity as houseplants. But despite their ability to live with minimal water and inhospitable conditions, many succulent species are actually threatened or endangered, facing challenges from climate…
Tropical Storm Elsa is expected to dump several inches of rain along with strong winds in the area. But it could also break up some of the intense heat the region’s been experiencing. We asked Anthony Broccoli, co-director of Rutgers…
By Marlene Cimons Extreme heat often kills more people in this country than hurricanes, floods, lightning and tornadoes. But heat is not an equal opportunity killer. “It’s very selective in the way it kills people,” said Vivek Shandas, professor of urban studies…