New York Faces Highest Ever Air Conditioning Demand

NEW YORK (WABC) — The summer scorcher is putting utilities to the test Friday, and Con Edison is bracing for record usage through the weekend.

Cooling centers will stay open through the weekend to help folks beat the stifling heat.

Brooklyn was broiling Thursday, as residents tried to keep cool by eating ice cream in Williamsburg. Free water giveaways also helped.
A lot of people are hoping to find some relief at in [...]

Alert: Temps could hit 110 during July 4th weekend

A July 4th weekend heat wave is moving into Southern California that will bring temperatures in some areas that could hit 110 degrees.

The National Weather Service issued heat warnings for large swaths of the region, warning people to avoid strenuous outdoor activities.

Inland valley areas will see the hottest temperatures. Officials said the San Fernando and San Gabriel valleys could hit the century mark and the [...]