As previous disasters have laid bare the US’ vulnerabilities to other types of extreme weather, this week is revealing ...

By Tuesday night — following the fourth hottest day on record in Boston — Mass General’s emergency department was slammed.

Westerville residents reluctant to turn up their thermostats during the current heat wave are getting a little involuntary ...

A long-lasting extreme heat wave reached its dangerous crescendo Tuesday, bringing the hottest day in a decade to some major ...

Another steamy day is on tap for Wednesday, but there's a risk of isolated thunderstorms that could pack small hail and ...

If you work outdoors during this heat wave, here's everything you need to know and how to take care of yourself.

It is the second year in a row that a heat wave has hit the New York City region earlier than usual, as global warming is ...

The heat wave caused disruptions to public transport across the Northeast. Amtrak said it will be forced to slow train speeds ...