Swimmers, rafters should use caution when in the Youghiogheny River, experts warn
While the river water can be refreshing, the river and rapids are up almost four feet from their normal two-foot summer level.
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While the river water can be refreshing, the river and rapids are up almost four feet from their normal two-foot summer level.
An expert has tips on how to stay cool during the extreme heat in Pittsburgh.
While it's hot for humans, it's also hot for our furry friends. That includes both domestic and wild animals.
Residents are encouraged to check on neighbors, friends, and family, especially those who are older or medically vulnerable.
The sun is shining once again, and by Sunday, it's going to cause a scorcher, not just here, but across the country.
A risk with in cold temperatures is a home losing its heat - here's what you need to do should that happen.
Researchers say human-caused climate change dealt people an average of nearly six weeks of extra extreme heat in 2024, while also fueling more destructive storms.
Some students at Slippery Rock University said their air conditioning in the dorm is broken, making studying and sleeping unbearable.
At least seven teen football players have died in the U.S. in August. Experts say parents of teen football players should be proactive.
As a late summer heat wave continues to grip the Pittsburgh area, student-athletes are braving the scorching temperatures.
School districts are taking extra steps to keep their student-athletes safe in this heat. KDKA-TV's Shelley Bortz reports.
August may be coming to a close, but the hot temperatures remain.
The National Association of EMS Officials recommends "Cool First, Transport Second" for patients whose body temperature is over 104 degrees.
While five states have laws in place protecting workers from excessive heat, for decades there have been no federal protections.
Hey Ray, why is it when it gets too hot, airplanes cannot fly?
The U.S. has contended with unrelenting temperatures this summer, and a map from NASA paints a dire picture of the scale of those persistent heat waves.
Due to some intense heat and humidity, the city of Pittsburgh has opened five of its cooling centers as forecasted temperatures look to exceed 90 degrees.
What kind of precautions do firefighters take to cool off in hot weather?
What kind of precautions do firefighters take to cool off in hot weather? KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn went looking for answers.
On Wednesday, Morgantown Police were alerted to an infant left inside a car.
KDKA-TV's Alexandra Todd shares tips and warning signs that parents and children can use if asthma flares up during hot weather.
Summer is around the corner, so it will only get hotter.
The heat will be on again Wednesday, and it'll be high enough that students at dozens of Pittsburgh Public Schools will be learning from home instead of their classrooms.
KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman shares some simple tips to stay cool if you lack an A/C unit.
If there is no air conditioner in your apartment or house, you will want to make sure you are finding ways to get air moving. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman shares more details.
