On average, the city sees two heat waves per summer, lasting around four days each. The longest heat wave ever recorded in the city lasted 12 days in 1953 from Aug. 24 to Sept. 4.

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The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Allegheny, Butler, Beaver, Washington and portions of Westmoreland and Fayette counties through Wednesday evening as heat ...

The California Communities Extreme Heat Scoring System — which the state is calling CalHeatScore — can tell you the level of ...

With expected oppressive heat coming, summer fun can quickly turn into a fiasco. "Make sure you have sunscreen. Wear light, loose clothing. Never, ever leave a child in a car.

As summer temperatures rise and emergency department visits related to extreme heat top 100,000 Americans a year, what should people know about the dangers of heatstroke?

Stay safe in the heat: Doctors warn as temperatures soar past 90 degrees in Pittsburgh area ... Updated: 8:19 PM EDT Jun 20, 2025 Editorial Standards ⓘ Marcie Cipriani ...

Avoid alcoholic beverages and drinks with caffeine during a heat wave To remain safe during excessively hot temperatures, the U.S. National Weather Service recommends people avoid alcoholic beverages ...

NEW ORLEANS — A Heat Advisory will again go into effect Friday between the hours of 11am-7pm. During this time, it's important to remember to take frequent breaks if outdoors, stay hydrated, and ...

Minimizing direct sun exposure, wearing loose and light-colored clothing, staying hydrated and spending time in air-conditioned spaces, if possible, are also advised during extreme heat, NWS says.