Most Americans fear extreme weather is getting worse, a new USA TODAY/Ipsos Poll finds, a concern underscored by the rising ...

Most Americans fear extreme weather is getting worse, a new USA TODAY/Ipsos Poll finds, a concern underscored by the rising death toll from flash floods in central Texas.

Most Americans fear extreme weather is getting worse, a new USA TODAY/Ipsos Poll finds, a concern underscored by the rising death toll from flash floods in central Texas. As rescue workers ...

Most Americans fear extreme weather is getting worse, a new USA TODAY/Ipsos Poll finds, a concern underscored by the rising death toll from flash floods in central Texas.

Nearly 150 million Americans are living under extreme heat warnings and advisories this week as some fear recent staff and funding cuts under the Trump administration could hurt the federal response.

The National Weather Service cautions against coffee consumption during extreme heat in three states. A dietitian-nutritionist suggests milk as a better hydration option.

Why It Matters Extreme heat is the deadliest weather hazard in the United States, posing serious health risks nationwide. Over 200 people died of heat-related illnesses in the U.S. last year.

The NWS noted that these warnings indicate dangerously hot weather, even by local norms. "Actions should be taken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat," it said.

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