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CBS News
6 days ago
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Dangerous heat wave impacting Maryland through Wednesday
The extreme heat is here. After both weekend days reaching 90° or higher in Baltimore, we're now about to experience the worst of this upcoming heat wave. Please take heat precautions seriously as the heat will be dangerous even to healthy individuals. WJZ Alert Days in place across Maryland for extreme heat The combination of near triple digit heat and elevated humidity levels have prompted the WJZ First Alert Weather team to issue Alert Days now through Wednesday of this week. High temperatures will peak in the lower 100s Monday and Tuesday. New record highs are possible Monday and Tuesday BWI. Wednesday will also feature dangerous heat, but high temperatures should fall just shy of 100°. Isolated strong thunderstorms are possible Wednesday afternoon, but a much better chance of storms returns Thursday. Feels like temperatures Monday through Wednesday will be the worst between 105° and 110°. Heat is the number one weather-related cause of death in the United States. Please take the Alert Days seriously, especially if you will be outdoors in the next couple of days. With hotter temperatures on the way, additional heat alerts will be active across much of Maryland: A heat advisory is in effect for for much of the Eastern Shore now through 8 pm Tuesday evening. An extreme heat warning for central Maryland is in effect through 9 pm tonight. Feels like temperatures could approach 110° for these areas. Regardless of whether or not your neighborhood is in an alert, the entire area will be extremely hot and humid. A few ways to stay safe and healthy while working outside during extreme heat - Wear loose fitting, light colored clothing Avoid being in the direct rays of the sun Take frequent breaks if you plan to be outdoors Drink lots of water, even if you don't feel thirsty. Two liters of water a day is recommended Remember pets and the elderly in the heat Make sure ceiling fans are circulating counterclockwise to circulate cooler air downward In preparation for the unusually hot weather, Baltimore City's Health Department is declaring its first 'Code Red Extreme' Heat Alert. The alert begins Sunday and runs through the middle of the week. A list of available cooling centers is listed on the city's website. Late week storms will help cool us off A cold front will sag south late this week into next weekend bringing us some relief from the dangerous heat. Thursday's high temperatures will still reach the lower to middle 90s with tropical levels of humidity. This will allow the feels like temperature to reach 100°. Scattered heavy to strong thunderstorms will be possible Thursday afternoon and evening bringing some relief from the heat. This same cold front will drape across our area Friday and Saturday. Additional clouds, showers and thunderstorms should allow temperatures to stay in the upper 80s to around 90° Friday and Saturday. Humidity levels will be high, but the temperatures will not be as extreme.
CBS News
22-06-2025
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- CBS News
Alert Days in effect as temperatures near triple digits
Welcome to Sunday! BWI-Marshall peaked at 90° on Saturday afternoon and we're forecasting even warmer temperatures for Sunday afternoon. Highs across the area reach the mid to upper 90s. WJZ Alert days in place for dangerous heat The combination of near triple digit heat and elevated humidity levels have prompted the WJZ First Alert Weather team to issue Alert Days for Sunday through Wednesday of this week. Maximum temperatures will peak close to 100° each of those days with Monday and Tuesday the most likely afternoons to surpass that mark. This could rival high temperature records at BWI. Heat is the number one weather-related cause of death in the United States. Please take the Alert Days seriously, especially if you will be outdoors in the next couple of days. A heat advisory is in place west of Baltimore for Frederick, Washington, as well as parts of Allegany and Montgomery Counties today from noon to 8 pm for heat indices up to 105°. With warmer air on the way early in the work week, additional heat alerts will be active across much of Maryland: A heat advisory will go into effect for Talbot, Caroline, Kent and Queen Anne's counties starting 8 am on Monday through 8 pm Tuesday evening. An extreme heat watch for the rest of the state will go into effect at 11 am Monday morning through 9 pm Monday evening. Feels like temperatures will approach 110° for these areas. Regardless of whether or not your neighborhood is in an alert, the entire area will be extremely hot and humid. A few ways to stay safe and healthy while working outside during extreme heat - Wear loose fitting, light colored clothing Take frequent breaks if you plan to be outdoors Drink lots of water, even if you don't feel thirsty Remember pets and the elderly in the heat In preparation for the unusually hot weather, Baltimore City's Health Department is declaring its first 'Code Red Extreme' Heat Alert. The alert begins Sunday and runs through the middle of the week. A list of available cooling centers is listed on the city's website. Sunday storms possible Sunday afternoon may also see an isolated shower or storm develop as a system moves in from the north. If we do see wet weather, we have a low-end risk for a stronger storm, as well. A level 1 out of 5 risk for severe weather is in place for much of the Baltimore area and the Maryland Eastern Shore. Damaging winds and larger hail would be the greatest threat if severe weather materializes anywhere in Maryland. Heat eases later in the week Temperatures eventually begin to slowly ease away from the century mark late in the upcoming week. This will also come with increased shower and storm chances thanks to a front expected to inch closer to the Maryland-Pennsylvania state line from the north. We're still forecasting highs in the low 90s Friday into the final weekend of June.
CBS News
21-06-2025
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- CBS News
Dangerous, potentially record breaking, heat building in
Welcome to the weekend! Heat is building in and will be reaching potentially dangerous and record-breaking levels starting on Sunday. The WJZ First Alert Weather Team has issued a string of Alert Days for the extreme heat starting Sunday into the middle of the upcoming week. Saturday, however, will still be hot but not as much as we'll see starting Sunday. High temperatures will reach the low to mid-90s. Feels like temperatures peak in the mid to upper 90s this afternoon. The second day of AFRAM will be the first of a string of Alert Days. High temperatures peak closer to 100° for the first time this year. This will be very similar to what we felt during AFRAM last year. When you factor in the humidity, it'll feel like the low to mid-100s. Monday and Tuesday look to be slightly hotter (and most likely the worst days of the stretch). Wednesday will be a couple of degrees 'cooler' - back into the upper 90s but the high humidity will push the feels like temperature/heat index over 100° again. The heat wave will continue into the late week as highs continue to surpass 90° Thursday and Friday. Storm chances return later this week and that could provide some slight relief. Heat tips: Wear loose fitting, light colored clothing Take frequent breaks if you plan to be outdoors Drink lots of water, even if you don't feel thirsty Remember pets and the elderly in the heat Forecast highs vs records for June 22-25, 2025
CBS News
20-06-2025
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- CBS News
Summer-like weather, humidity expected during AFRAM in Baltimore
Summer-like weather and humidity are expected in Baltimore during the AFRAM Festival. The free event, which celebrates African American culture and art, will run from noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, and Sunday, June 22. The weekend will stay dry, but attendees are urged to take precautions as temperatures rise in the Baltimore region. Weather for AFRAM weekend Saturday will have more comfortable weather conditions, with highs expected to reach the low to mid-90s, according to WJZ's First Alert Weather Team. Humidity will begin to surge on Saturday evening, and the muggy conditions can make it seem hotter than it is. On Sunday, the high temperatures combined with the elevated humidity could send the heat index to nearly 100 degrees by the afternoon. Temperatures will continue to rise into the upper 90s by Monday. Tips for staying cool during AFRAM weekend AFRAM attendees will need to plan for the summer-like weather this weekend. This could include preparing a lightweight outfit and making sure cold water is readily available. The Maryland Department of Health recommends taking the following actions during extreme heat: Drink plenty of water Avoid alcohol, caffeine and overly sweetened drinks Wear loose-fitting, lightweight and light colored clothing Avoid direct sunlight and stay in the shade when possible Take breaks from the heat if you are able As attendees enjoy the food and music, they should also look out for signs of heat-related illnesses, like muscle pain, headaches, vomiting, nausea and disorientation. During the AFRAM Festival, a medical team will be located to the left of the stage on the soccer field in Druid Hill Park in the City Services Command Center. Medical personnel will also be roaming the park to assist with any emergencies. Emergencies should also be reported to 911.
CBS News
17-06-2025
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- CBS News
Colorado could see heavy rain, damaging hail and strong winds on this First Alert Weather Day
Rare morning severe storms brought damaging hail to parts of Northern and Eastern Colorado. Those areas could get hit again as conditions are ripe for more storms Tuesday afternoon. First Alert Weather Threat CBS News Colorado A very moisture-rich atmosphere led to the development of several severe thunderstorms beginning around 3 a.m. Tuesday. Some storms brought baseball-sized hail to parts of Northern Colorado, such as Milliken. This was the first of two waves. Map shows possibility of large hail in the Eastern half of Colorado CBS News Colorado There are still some questions with cloud cover, temps, and dew points this afternoon, leading to a little uncertainty. Milliken Resident, Arthur Infante shares what the hail looks like in his neighborhood. Arthur Infante, Milliken Resident The threat of severe weather should diminish around 6 p.m. Hail and wind will be the biggest threats for the Denver metro area. Wind could be 60+ mph with hail measuring more than 2 inches possible.
