Heat Wave Spikes Deaths and Illnesses
With the usual spate of 90 degrees days behind us and no end in sight, the Maryland Health Department issued its year-to-date report on the state’s heat related deaths and… Read More
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How to Cope with the Heat
The heat is on. It is sizzling right now on this first day of summer. Thursday marks the summer solstice. It is the longest day of the year with more… Read More
Montgomery County Recovering From Weekend Storms
Strong storms on Friday and Saturday left damage across Montgomery County. The thunderstorms came with high gusts of wind and lowered temperatures during a heat wave in the region. Storm… Read More
County Braces for Heat Wave: 10 Things to Know
Temperatures are forecast to climb over 100 degrees this week. According to The Washington Post, the region could experience 100 degrees for the first time in 7 years. Montgomery County’s… Read More
Free Utility Assistance Webinar Series Hosted by Renters United Maryland
When the sun is scorching, energy bills increase to beat the heat, leaving renters with an expensive debt. A free webinar series attempts to remedy that. Renters United Maryland, a… Read More
How to Beat the Heat Amid Blistering Temperatures
Temperatures are expected to remain in the 90s for the next several days including temps close to 100 degrees on the weekend. In case you missed the news on @wusa9,… Read More
Weekend Heat Warning Issued for Montgomery County
Forecasts for the weekend of May 20-22 are expected to reach as high as 99 degrees, and county officials have declared a heat warning for residents as a result. A… Read More
Hyperthermia Alert Issued for Tuesday
Montgomery County has issued a hyperthermia alert for Tuesday from noon to 6 p.m. with the heat index expected to exceed 95 degrees. County residents are strongly encouraged to take… Read More
Ride On Offering Riders Bottles of Water, Free Fares, and Buses for Cooling
Ride On buses are offering water to riders throughout the heatwave. In addition, multiple buses are available for people to cool down in if cooling centers become too crowded. Face… Read More