Maps show this July 4th could be hottest ever in parts of U.S.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
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Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
A heat wave will blast much of the eastern U.S. this week, and forecasters say temperatures will feel even hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
Most of Georgia will be back under a heat advisory on Tuesday as a dangerous heat wave continues to scorch parts of the United States.
The hot summer can mean pricier power costs, but experts say there are some easy ways to make your bill lower while staying cool.
Most of Georgia, including all of metro Atlanta, will be under a heat advisory from noon through 8 p.m. on Monday.
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
With the FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations continuing in Centennial Olympic Park during the hot weather, firefighters and medics want to make sure that people are keep safe and cool.
High temperatures in Atlanta led to a situation where multiple children had to be treated by medics at a local park on Friday.
The record-breaking temperatures and weeks without rain have Georgia gardeners and farmers worried about their plants and crops.
Atlanta could break records for high temperatures this week, which means tough working conditions for those in the metro area whose jobs keep them outside.
AFRD says they're battling an active blaze at a busy intersection. The cause of the fire is under investigation as crews work to contain the scene.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Matt Olson caught Gunnar Henderson's line drive and stepped on first for an improbable double play in the bottom of the 10th, and Austin Riley's RBI double an inning later lifted the Atlanta Braves to a 3-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Atlanta Fire Rescue said specialized crews safely rescued six adults stranded along the Chattahoochee River near the East Palisades Saturday afternoon. No injuries reported.
The Winder Police Department said Sgt. Daniel Evans was found dead at his home Saturday morning. Funeral arrangements will be announced as they become available.