In the face of intense heat, experts say small daily actions – from the food, drinks or medications we ingest to how we attempt to cool down – could affect how our bodies dissipate heat.
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Posted inNation & World, New England
As millions sweat out the heat wave, blocks of lake ice keep these campers cool
A heat wave is moving closer to the breaking point from the Midwest to New England.
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Posted inLocal & State
Severe thunderstorms knock out power, but take edge off heat
The storms left over 16,000 CMP customers without power and ushered in a cold front that brought cooler weather heading into the weekend.
Posted inNation & World
Tropical Storm Alberto weakens over northeast Mexico after heavy rains killed 4
The storm was bringing rains and flooding to the coast of Texas as well.
Posted inNation & World, News
This week’s heat already feels like deep summer. Why that can be dangerous.
Heat can overwhelm the body well before a person realizes it – especially at this time of year, when memories of heat-beating strategies are stale.
Posted inNation & World, News, Religion and Values
Hundreds died during this year’s Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia amid intense heat, officials say
Saudi Arabia has spent billions of dollars on crowd control and safety measures for those attending the annual 5-day pilgrimage, but the sheer number of participants makes ensuring their safety difficult.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Heat wave trips up power plants, prompting New England grid operator to issue warning
ISO-New England declared a ‘Power Caution’ for more than 4 hours Tuesday as air conditioners cranked up at the start of what’s expected to be a 3-day heat wave.
Posted inTimes Record
Where to go to cool down in Midcoast heatwave
As a dangerous heat wave sweeps through Maine, with temperatures soaring into the double digits, Midcoast communities are advising vulnerable groups to seek shelter in cooling centers.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World, News
Record-breaking U.S. heat wave scorches the Midwest, Northeast
In Maine, temperatures are expected to reach the mid-90s in Portland on Wednesday and Thursday. Other parts of the state, including Lewiston, Augusta and Bangor, are under an excessive heat warning – it will feel as hot as 105 degrees in some of those areas.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland won’t be spared as heat wave sweeps Maine
While Portland may not be the hottest community in Maine this week, temperatures in the mid-90s could break June records.