A Heat Advisory remains in effect through this evening across north and central Georgia, where heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106 degrees this afternoon. In…
A Heat Advisory remains in effect for north and central Georgia through Saturday as dangerous heat index values up to 109 degrees are expected. Hot and humid conditions will continue…
by Zoltan Nagy, Eindhoven University of Technology, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Most people know that heat waves can be dangerous, but what they may…
Heat Advisory Remains in Effect Across North and Central Georgia as Severe Thunderstorms Threaten Friday A Heat Advisory remains in effect through Saturday evening across north and central Georgia, with…
This article by Stephanie Armour first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Jul 2, 2026 As beachgoers flock to water during the busy July Fourth weekend, danger could…
by Sam Gauntt, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 2, 2026 WASHINGTON — As outdoor celebrations and events marking the nation’s 250th…
by Sarah J. Morath, Wake Forest University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Chemical giant Monsanto has argued for years that if the U.S. Environmental Protection…
by Brian Bossak, College of Charleston, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Millions of Americans are facing dangerous heat and humidity going into the July Fourth…
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources Environmental Protection Division (EPD) issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for metro Atlanta for Thursday, July 2. This alert means that air pollution…
Extreme heat and the threat of severe thunderstorms will impact north and central Georgia today, with an Extreme Heat Warning in effect for portions of far northwest Georgia and Heat…