Temperatures dying down as heat wave ends in Baltimore
Temperatures reach the upper 90s and close to 100 degrees as the heat wave dies down in Baltimore on Wednesday.
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Temperatures reach the upper 90s and close to 100 degrees as the heat wave dies down in Baltimore on Wednesday.
Dangerous heat and humidity continues Tuesday amid a heat wave in Maryland. Highs reached nearly 100° in parts of the state.
Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) is offering customers a discount to conserve energy between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Tuesday as a heat wave sends feels like temperatures into the triple digits in Maryland.
A heat wave is bringing extremely high temperatures and elevated humidity to Maryland through Wednesday, June 25.
Some areas are expected to see a longevity of dangerous heat that "has not been experienced in decades," forecasters said.
A heat wave is forecast to bring dangerously hot temperatures to the Midwest and Northeast this week.
The Urban Heat Island (UHI) index breaks down how much hotter certain census tracts are compared to others.
Humans need to stay cool amid high temperatures, and so do their vehicles.
Signs of heat illness include confusion, nausea, lightheadedness, high body temperature with clammy skin, and irregular heartbeat.
The Maryland Department of Health is urging Marylanders to take precautions and to follow safety tips to avoid illness related to the intense heat.
Crumbling buildings and bad HVAC systems have long been issues in Baltimore.
The county's Office of Emergency Management issued the warning about excessive heat in advance, giving people time to create a plan of action.
Maryland's various cities and counties are offering their residents relief from the blistering sun at cooling centers.
While some people in Howard County are trying to find ways to beat the heat, other people are embracing it—but hydration is key.
The symptoms to look out for are headaches, nausea, vomiting, and extremely high heart rate.
Some of the emergency departments in Maryland expect to see an increase in treating heat-related illnesses.
Staying cool can be done by using some basic supplies and knowing how to manipulate your home to control its temperatures.
The heat and humidity on Sunday produced a dangerous environment for people who typically spend time outdoors.
Baltimore City Health Commissioner Dr. Letitia Dzirasa has issued a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert in the wake of a heat wave that is projected to last from Thursday to Sunday, according to city officials.
Baltimore City Public Schools has postponed a summer festival that was slated to take place at Druid Hill Park on Thursday due to excessive heat, according to school officials.
The National Weather Service Prediction Center in College Park, Maryland, said Monday 107.5 million people will be affected by combination of heat advisories, excessive heat warnings and excessive heat watches through Wednesday.
Several schools in Baltimore that do not have air conditioning will be releasing students early on Tuesday.
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Marylanders are reminded to never leave children or pets in a car for any amount of time during hot weather — even if the windows are cracked.
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