Weather

Thunderstorms on the East Coast are causing travel headaches for tens of thousands of airline passengers. Airlines canceled about 1,400 flights in the U.S. by Friday evening.

Heat waves can take a toll on our health, and some people are especially vulnerable. But you can do a lot to look out for those who are at higher risk of heat-related illness.

Philly is one of 14 cities and counties across the country chosen by a federal agency to collect heat data this summer, in an annual citizen science project.

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for certain portions of the Philadelphia region from Thursday into Friday evening.

Climate change means more rain and higher seas, which adds up to more flooded homes. Even a small amount of water indoors can cost a lot.

The National Weather Service issues a Heat Advisory for the Philadelphia area. Temperatures are expected to reach over 100 degrees to end the week.

The Philadelphia metro area usually sees around four inches of rain per year during July. This year, however, the region received barely more than two inches.

“Air conditioning … is no longer a luxury in an era of climate-driven, change-driven temperature increases,” says one expert about the urgent need.

Temperatures forecasted to hang in the mid-90s for most of the week.

Gov. Andy Beshear said Saturday that four children are among the dead.

Health leaders confirm new heat related-deaths.

SEPTA has lowered train operating speeds as Philadelphia faces prolonged extreme heat.

Many places in the Northeast are likely to see record-breaking temperatures on Sunday. Relief may be on the way, temperatures are expected to heat up in other regions.

Philadelphia Heat Health Emergency extended through Monday. Rain could bring some relief to the area.

After a relatively mild start to summer, the heat is on.