While the earth is getting warmer, almost half a billion children worldwide live in regions where there are at least twice as many extremely hot days as there were in their grandparents’ time. This is the result of a new study by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The results underline the rapid increase in […]
More than 300,000 students will return to classrooms in sweltering heat on Monday as the first day of school begins in Chicago public schools. The first day of the 2024-25 school year began a week later than usual due to the Democratic National Convention, which was held August 19-22 at the United Center and McCormick […]
TUCSON, Arizona (13 News) – After months of work, Pima County has finally adopted the county’s first extreme heat plan. “I am very proud that Pima County is the first county in Arizona to enact a heat protection ordinance,” said Adelita Grijalva, chair of the Pima County Board of Supervisors. The summer months are coming […]
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Travis County Emergency Services is trying to inform people about the serious health risks they may face on Monday due to the extreme heat expected. They warn that the hot temperatures and high humidity can lead to heat illness. Many people will likely head outdoors on Monday to enjoy their last […]
