Here are the latest posts about Heat Wave on Science, Space & Robots:
Heat-related Deaths in Manhattan Projected to Rise 20% in 2020s
A new study from Columbia University's Earth Institute and the Mailman School of Public Health projects heat-related deaths to climb 20% in the 2020s. (May 20, 2013)
Study: Exceptionally Long Heat Waves Could Become Commonplace During Next 30 Years
A new study by Stanford University climate scientists indicates that exceptionally long heat waves could become commonplace in the United States in the next 30 years. (July 10, 2010)
Western U.S. Heat Also Tough on Animals
The heat and drought has been oppressive this year for humans but the risiing temperatures and lack of water is also very tough on wildlife. (July 16, 2007)
Future Summers Look Extremely Hot For Eastern U.S. Cities
Temperatures for the eastern U. (May 10, 2007)
Staying Safe in the Heat
The CDC has some good advice here for dealing with extreme heat. (July 31, 2006)
Severe California Heatwave Kills People, Livestock and Crops
The heat wave that struck California last week was unprecedented in California's history. (July 31, 2006)
Fierce Heat Wave Killing Phoenix Residents
An intense heat wave has killed 18 people so far in Phoenix, Arizona. (July 21, 2005)
Heat Wave Strikes Southern Europe
A severe heat wave is causing alarm in Southern Europe. (June 27, 2005)