Tragedy in Harford County as baby dies in hot car

HARFORD COUNTY, Md. — A six-month-old infant died Sunday after being left in a vehicle for several hours during hot weather, according to officials from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office. The baby…

It’s Brutal Outside: Heat Index Climbs Over 100 Across New Jersey, Flood Watch in Effect

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory and a flood watch for the Central New Jersey regional area and surrounding counties Tuesday as temperatures soar and…

The City of Trash: Philadelphia on Brink of Public Health Emergency

Philadelphia’s Trash Crisis Deepens Amid Sanitation Strike, Exposing Health Risks and Leadership Failures Philadelphia, PA – – Philadelphia is grappling with a worsening trash crisis as a sanitation workers’ strike, now in…

Rainy Day Heat and Humidity Sparks Weather Warning for New Jersey

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for parts of New Jersey, Delaware, and southeastern Pennsylvania, warning of dangerously high temperatures and humidity expected on Tuesday.…

Marjorie Taylor Greene introduces bill targeting atmospheric chemtrails

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) announced Monday that she is introducing legislation to make weather modification and geoengineering a federal felony, citing concerns about chemical dispersion into the atmosphere.…

Rainy start won’t dampen Jersey Shore’s sunny July 4th weekend forecast

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Don’t let midweek showers fool you — weather conditions are shaping up to be ideal along the Jersey Shore for Fourth of July weekend. While there’s a slight…

New Jersey man who shot home intruder will not be charged, prosecutor says

MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A homeowner who fatally shot a man during a March home invasion at the Hamilton Green Apartments will not face charges, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office announced following…

Heavy rain and storms forecast for New Jersey through Wednesday

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents should brace for periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms through Wednesday, with the potential for localized flooding due to significant rainfall amounts, according to the latest…

Fourth of July Week Starts Wet and Ends With Perfect Beach and BBQ Weather in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — Residents across New Jersey can expect a stretch of unsettled weather through midweek, with thunderstorms and hot temperatures dominating the early part of the forecast before conditions stabilize ahead…

Man rescued after sailboat capsizes off Shippan Point in Long Island Sound

STAMFORD, Conn. — A 30-year-old man was rescued Friday night after his sailboat capsized in the Long Island Sound about three-quarters of a mile off Shippan Point, according to the Stamford Fire…

Governor Urges New Jersey to Set Thermostats to 78 and Close Your Blinds as Heat Wave Stresses Power Grid

TRENTON, N.J. — Amid a prolonged heat wave across New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy on Wednesday urged residents to take steps to reduce electricity usage as the state’s power grid faces increased…

Heat wave expected to snap as storms bring cooler, wetter weekend to New Jersey

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — A days-long heat wave gripping parts of New Jersey is expected to break late Wednesday as a series of storms brings cooler temperatures and increased chances of rain…

Toms River extends Snug Harbor Pool hours to 7 p.m. during heat wave

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — As high temperatures grip the region, Toms River officials have extended operating hours at the Municipal Pool at Snug Harbor through Wednesday. Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today…

Over 150 Fall Ill, 16 Hospitalized at Mass Casualty Incident During New Jersey High School Graduation

PATERSON, NJ — A sweltering heat wave turned what should have been a joyous celebration for Paterson’s graduating seniors into a medical emergency on Monday, June 23, as soaring temperatures at Hinchliffe…

Manchester Township Property Eyed as a Possible Answer to Ocean County’s Homeless Crisis

TOMS RIVER, NJ – As Ocean County grapples with a growing homelessness crisis, the transformation of the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library and its adjacent municipal parking garage into…

Linden opens JTG Center as cooling site for residents without power

LINDEN, N.J. — Mayor Derek Armstead announced Monday that the JTG Center at 311 Helen Street will remain open to assist residents without power amid rising indoor temperatures. The center is offering…

Beachwood opens Mayo Park center as cooling site amid heat

BEACHWOOD, N.J. — The Mayo Park Recreation Center at 501 Beacon Avenue will operate as a cooling center from noon to 4 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, June 23 and 24, according…

Overturned oil tanker carrying diesel fuel shuts down US 9 in Lakewood

LAKEWOOD, N.J. — An overturned tanker carrying thousands of gallons of diesel fuel has shut down all lanes of U.S. Route 9 in both directions north of James Street in Lakewood Township…

Heat Wave Grips New York City as poor air quality to blanket Big Apple Through Thursday

NEW YORK — An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect across New York City through 8 p.m. Tuesday, with the National Weather Service forecasting dangerously high heat index values up to 107…

Extreme Heat, Poor Air Quality to Blanket New Jersey Through Mid Week

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A dangerous combination of extreme heat and worsening air quality is blanketing parts of New Jersey through midweek, as the National Weather Service and state environmental officials issue multiple…

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