Heat Wave

In some parts of the West - like the grass and shrublands of the Idaho-Oregon-Nevada tristate area - closer to two-thirds of burned area is associated with heatwaves.

Could a new heat safety program in New Mexico help other cities struggle to help their most vulnerable citizens?

It's Wednesday and time for our Doctor Roundtable with Dr. David Pate!

The word “scorch” likely entered the English language in the 15th century, according to Dictionary.com. It links back to Scandinavian culture and the word “skorpna,” which meant “shriveled” or “dried up.”

This week, Treasure Valley temperatures are in the 90s – a preview of usual summer weather. For Boiseans experiencing homelessness, extreme temperatures can be life-threatening. What resources are available depending on the area?

Researchers are helping Missoula county officials learn who’s calling 911 during heat waves. Rural callers are disproportionately affected, prompting emergency planners to rethink their approach.

Following a string of record-breaking temperatures, many Idahoans are looking for ways to beat the heat like staying indoors, floating the river and using cooling devices. The City of Boise is participating in an urban heat study this summer to combat the effects of climate change.

Many parts of the West are in for at least a weekend of extreme heat – with daily temperatures exceeding normal readings by as much as 35 degrees. The group Climate Central says that 40 million people in the region are set to experience heat made at least three times more likely by human-caused climate change. Parts of states including Nevada, Utah, Idaho and Colorado are expected to see temps made five times more likely.

It’s not your imagination. Temperature records are falling across the U.S. Climate scientists say they've been predicting this for decades.

With an excessive heat warning in place through Saturday, many people are trying to stay out of the sun, but for people experiencing homelessness, this can be hard to do.