Temperatures

“Extreme,” “hellish,” “broiling,” and “deadly.” These words, and then some, are being used by politicians and media to describe the summer temperatures sweeping the nation.

Climate change activists consistently warning of a so-called doomsday in the near future are harming efforts to tackle the current situation, according to new IPCC chief Prof. Jim Skea.

A new report by Climate Central shares images edited to show what the world might look like if sea levels continue to rise.

Spain and Portugal both issued weather alerts Monday, advising residents to take extra care as scorching temperatures were forecast to soar up to 44 degrees Celsius (111.2 Fahrenheit)

Americans are deeply polarized in their beliefs about climate change, but researchers found that Independents’ opinions are guided largely by temperature.

Temperatures could reach the hundreds in New York City over the next week. City officials are setting up hydration stations around high traffic areas to help citizens keep cool.

With the temperature hitting 99 degrees Monday, New Yorkers shared different ways of bearing the heat over the long holiday weekend.

Cold weather affects skin, which loses the shine it has in warmer temperatures. Skin doesn’t have defenses against wind and low temperatures.

Children have been burned on playgrounds that can reach extraordinarily high temperatures.