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July 2, 2026 | 11:25 AM

Going outside in this heat? Follow these guidelines to stay safe

Man, it’s a hot one! Don’t go out in this summer’s heat wave before you arm yourself with these tips and a really big water bottle.

By Carmel Wroth, NPR
July 30, 2024 | 12:36 PM

Harrisburg sees about 30 days of 90+ degrees now–3 times more than in the 1990s. By 2090 that number can be up-to 90 days

By Unnati Akhouri
July 16, 2024 | 4:05 PM

Neighborhoods in Pa. cities can get up-to 13 degrees hotter due to urban environment

By Unnati Akhouri

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July 10, 2024 | 12:53 PM

NRG Energy Reduction Tips during the heat wave

By Asia Tabb
July 9, 2024 | 9:35 AM

With temperatures continuing to climb, how does heat impact crops?

By Olivia M. Miller/LNP | LancasterOnline
June 20, 2024 | 9:01 AM

Public cooling centers pop us as heat wave roasts Central Pa. 

By Katie Knol/WITF
June 17, 2024 | 11:05 AM

The Philly area’s first heat wave of the summer is upon us. Here’s what to know

From extreme heat terminology to how to stay safe and cool despite soaring temps, here's what you should know.
By Zoe Read and Maria Pulcinella/WHYY
June 17, 2024 | 10:19 AM

Heat wave expected for Pa. Here’s what to do.

The National Weather Service forecasts Central Pa. could feel hotter than 100 degrees.

By Rachel McDevitt/StateImpact Pennsylvania
September 5, 2023 | 11:45 AM

It could feel like 101 degrees in Lancaster County as heat wave continues

By LNP | LancasterOnline
July 9, 2023 | 7:25 AM

Cities have long made plans for extreme heat. Are they enough in a warming world?

Dire heat waves in the past have prompted effective efforts by cities to do better at protecting people

By Melina Walling and Isabella O'Malley/The Associated Press
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