Contiguous U.S. breaks its record for hottest month ever, NOAA says
Temperatures last month averaged 76.9 degrees Fahrenheit as above-average warmth blanketed the U.S.
Watch CBS News
Temperatures last month averaged 76.9 degrees Fahrenheit as above-average warmth blanketed the U.S.
The effects of Minnesota's prolonged heat wave are becoming impossible to miss with several reports of fish kills.
The metro is no longer under an air quality alert, though northern Minnesota is.
The advice is to stay inside when air quality turns hazardous, but that's not an option for many outdoor workers.
Extreme heat can interfere with some of the medications we take, leading to potentially severe side effects.
This heat can interfere with some of the medications we take, leading to potentially severe side effects. Photojournalist Joe Van Ryn and reporter Derek James learned how some people living with mental health conditions are especially at risk.
When you get home from work in the evening, your first thought may be dinner. You might fire up the stove or oven, you could also start a load of laundry. Not long after that, you're running the dishwasher. You may think you're being efficient, but your house during this heat wave disagrees.
The metro is already feeling the heat and the smoke is still coming. That's going to have a big impact on the air we breathe. Ubah Ali has the warning signs to watch out for.
An extreme heat warning is in effect until 9 p.m. Thursday for the majority of Minnesota, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness will close on Tuesday as wildfires burn amid an active heat wave in northern Minnesota.
We know what the heat does to people and pets, but it also poses a challenge for Minnesota farmers trying to keep their livestock healthy during hot days.
Dr. Joey Duren with Allina Health breaks down what happens to the body when temperatures start creeping towards 100 degrees, and how to stay safe in the heat.
An excessive heat warning is in effect until Thursday as temps climb near 100 degrees.
A NEXT Weather Alert is in place because of extreme heat and humidity. Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso explains why it's so hot and shows us how long this dangerous heat wave will last.
Hot and humid conditions are here to stay across Minnesota for the next several days. Meteorologist Adam Del Rosso has the latest on the heat wave.
With temperatures expected to reach the 90's many people are looking for relief. Hitting beaches and pools will be that relief for many and all who do head towards the water are thinking about safety. Reg Chapman is at Theodore Park Beach where he has some tips on how to stay safe while staying cool.
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 man who asked to be identified as Wolf said that extreme weather can make life even more difficult for those without housing.
There's no doubt your AC unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota. Xcel Energy even held an Energy Action Day this evening asking customers to unplug electronics due to high demand. In Good Question, Jeff Wagner explores our need to stay cool indoors.
When it's hot enough to buckle concrete, it also puts our bodies under pressure. For those who don't have a place to escape the heat, it can be dangerous, or even deadly. Conor Wight gives us a first-hand look at the people offering help during the heatwave.
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.
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning across much of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Monday.
As temperatures climb across the Twin Cities this week, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to keep a close eye on their animals.
Dangerous heat is headed to Minnesota. As temperatures soar into the 90s, air conditioners will be working overtime. Photojournalist Ray Campos and Adam Duxter talk with experts who say a little maintenance now can go a long way during next week's hot weather.
An excessive heat warning is in place across the Twin Cities metro Sunday as feels-like temperatures surpass 100 degrees. For those looking for a place to stay cool, there are options.
