Thursday, August 2, 2012
AccuWeather reports that 4,313 record high temperatures were reached across the United States in July.
If it seems like this summer has been hotter than you've remembered it being in summers past, you're not wrong. AccuWeather.com recently reported that 4,313 record high temperatures were reached across the country in July, with 171 of those records being "the all-time highest temperatures ever observed," AccuWeather.com Meteorologist Anthony Sagliani wrote in his report. "Temperatures during the night were also among the highest ever observed, with a sweaty 3,545 record warmest nights over the course of the month," Sagliani added. Sagliani noted that the jet stream is to blame for these record high temperatures. "Unusually strong high pressure developed over much of the central part of the nation, an area where crops have been withering …
Monday, July 16, 2012
Highs are expected to reach 96 degrees July 16, with a heat index of around 100 degrees.
More extreme heat is on the way this week. According to the National Weather Service, the forecast high for today, July 16, is 96 degrees, with a heat index of around 100 degrees. The forecast high for Tuesday is 98 degrees, with a heat index of 100 to 106 degrees. Today's air quality is expected to be unhealthy for sensitive groups, according to AIRNow. "Active children and adults, and people with lung disease, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors," according to AIRNow. How do you plan to stay cool in the heat?
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Temperatures are forecast to reach 100 degrees today.
All of northern Illinois is under a heat advisory and an air quality alert today, June 28. The National Weather Service issued the heat advisory because temperatures are expected to reach between 100 and 105 degrees, with a heat index between 105 and 110 degrees. "Prolonged exposure to this heat can be dangerous if the proper precautions are not taken," according to the National Weather Service's Chicago office. "Sunstroke, heat cramps or heat exhaustion are possible with prolonged exposure and physical activity." The National Weather Service advises that people should wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing, and drink plenty of water. The heat advisory will be in effect from noon to 8 p.m. It is also an air pollution action day, …
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Tips on how to keep your pet safe and happy during the warmer months of the year.
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Saturday, June 2, 2012
Summertime is here, and temperatures are rising, which means pets will soon have to adjust to warm weather. To ensure your pet is prepared for the summer months, Brad Kriser, healthy pet expert and owner of Kriser's, a retailer specializing in all-natural pet food, grooming and toys, offers the following summer preparedness tips for pet parents. Information provided by Kriser's
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Meteoroglist explains this week’s heat wave.
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Thursday, July 21, 2011
The Huffington Post describes this week's heat wave as a dome that has trapped a large part of the country in a pressure cooker. If the extreme heat and humidity lingering over much of the nation feels like a steam bath, it's because the same principles are at work in the atmosphere. Vast amounts of warmth and moisture have become trapped under a huge "heat dome," bringing record-breaking temperatures and thick, topical air to scores of cities from the Plains to the Ohio Valley, according to the Huffington Post. The heat dome forms when a high pressure system develops in the upper atmosphere, causing the air below it to sink and compress because there's more weight on top. That raises temperatures in the lower atmosphere, said Eli Jacks, a…
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
The heat warning is in effect through 4 p.m. Friday.
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Wednesday, July 20, 2011
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for Lake County and the surrounding region as temperatures coupled with the humidity are expected to make for some very uncomfortable weather. The excessive heat warning in Lake County took effect at 7 a.m. today (Wednesday) and will continue through 4 a.m. Friday, according to the National Weather Service. Oppressive humidity and temperatures reaching into the upper 90s Wednesday and Thursday could result in dangerously high heat indexes during the afternoon hours, according to the NWS. Nighttime could offer little relief. Lows are expected to be in the mid- to upper-70s Wednesday, according to the NWS. The NWS offers the following tips on how to stay safe in the extreme …
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Energy Doctor tells how to save energy while staying cool.
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Tuesday, July 19, 2011
The high heat this week offers ComEd customers a prime opportunity to reduce energy usage. Rather than simply cranking up the air conditioning to beat the heat, ComEd Energy Doctor Tim Melloch recommends customers take simple steps that can reduce energy usage and potentially help save on electric bills. Melloch also suggests turning off all unnecessary lighting, appliances and electronic devices to lessen heat in the home and save electricity. Those in the market for a new air conditioner should look for Energy Star-qualified A/C units, which will be at least 10 percent more efficient than conventional models. It’s a buying decision that can translate into savings of $20 to $95 per year and also reduce the amount of greenhouse gas …
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