Maui wildfire: Death toll rises to 53; thousands race to escape
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green says 53 people were killed in the devastating Maui wildfires, and the death toll will likely continue to rise.
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green says 53 people were killed in the devastating Maui wildfires, and the death toll will likely continue to rise.
Brady Fire burns north of Payson
The Brady Fire sparked north of Payson Sunday afternoon and there is no containment as of Aug. 10. The Tonto and Coconino national forests have implemented an emergency closure for roads and trails to protect the public as firefighters battle the fire. Two scout camps in the area are preparing for potential evacuations and remain on SET status.
The Brady Fire sparked north of Payson Sunday afternoon and there is no containment as of Aug. 10. The Tonto and Coconino national forests have implemented an emergency closure for roads and trails to protect the public as firefighters battle the fire. Two scout camps in the area are preparing for potential evacuations and remain on SET status.
Dog dies on Piestewa Peak hiking trail, another dog rescued
Back in 2016, the city of Phoenix passed a rule banning dogs from the city's trails when temperatures reach 100 degrees or higher.
Back in 2016, the city of Phoenix passed a rule banning dogs from the city's trails when temperatures reach 100 degrees or higher.
California man found dead on Tucson hike during extreme weather conditions
Pima County Sheriff’s officials say the body of 46-year-old Kyle Chance, of San Diego, was located near the Starr Pass area about 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Pima County Sheriff’s officials say the body of 46-year-old Kyle Chance, of San Diego, was located near the Starr Pass area about 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Tragic loss: Texas man on mission to spread father's ashes dies of heatstroke in Utah's Arches National Park
A Texas man whose body was found in Utah’s Arches National Park is believed to have died of heat stroke while on a trip to spread his father’s ashes, family members said Tuesday.
A Texas man whose body was found in Utah’s Arches National Park is believed to have died of heat stroke while on a trip to spread his father’s ashes, family members said Tuesday.
Maui wildfires: People in Hawaii jump into ocean to escape; historic Lahaina town burning
Wildfires in Hawaii fanned by strong winds burned multiple structures in areas including historic Lahaina town, forcing evacuations and closing schools in several communities Wednesday, and rescuers pulled a dozen people escaping smoke and flames from the ocean.
Wildfires in Hawaii fanned by strong winds burned multiple structures in areas including historic Lahaina town, forcing evacuations and closing schools in several communities Wednesday, and rescuers pulled a dozen people escaping smoke and flames from the ocean.
July 2023 was officially Earth's hottest month on record - by a wide margin
The European climate monitoring organization made it official Tuesday: July 2023 was Earth's hottest month on record. And by a wide margin.
The European climate monitoring organization made it official Tuesday: July 2023 was Earth's hottest month on record. And by a wide margin.
Extreme heat means extreme bills for some
July 2023 was among the hottest ever on record for the Phoenix area, and while we may have survived the month, many Arizona families are dealing with its ugly aftermath in the form of sky-high bills. A pricey electric bill can be tough for anyone, but especially those who live on a fixed income. FOX 10's Lauren Clark has more.
July 2023 was among the hottest ever on record for the Phoenix area, and while we may have survived the month, many Arizona families are dealing with its ugly aftermath in the form of sky-high bills. A pricey electric bill can be tough for anyone, but especially those who live on a fixed income. FOX 10's Lauren Clark has more.
4 girls struck by lightning at popular Oklahoma swimming hole
Police said the girls were in the water at the park near Salina when lightning struck, injuring them.
Police said the girls were in the water at the park near Salina when lightning struck, injuring them.
Salvation Army helps people on streets during heatwave
The heat is back on, and instead of waiting for heat victims to find help, the help is finding them. FOX 10's Irene Snyder reports.
The heat is back on, and instead of waiting for heat victims to find help, the help is finding them. FOX 10's Irene Snyder reports.
Excessive Heat Warning issued for 9 Arizona counties
Officials said in the area, daytime temperatures ranging from 110°F to 117°F can be expected.
Officials said in the area, daytime temperatures ranging from 110°F to 117°F can be expected.
Missing woman last seen hiking in Deem Hills Recreation Area found dead: PD
Phoenix Police officials gave a sad update to the case of a woman who went missing while on hike in North Phoenix.
Phoenix Police officials gave a sad update to the case of a woman who went missing while on hike in North Phoenix.
Plans to fight climate change with trees hampered by seedling shortage, study says
This shortage is occurring as government and private funding is being invested in planting trees to cool cities, reduce air pollution and protect water.
This shortage is occurring as government and private funding is being invested in planting trees to cool cities, reduce air pollution and protect water.
2 hikers in critical condition after being rescued from Phoenix trails
Phoenix firefighters responded to two hiker rescues on Aug. 4.
Phoenix firefighters responded to two hiker rescues on Aug. 4.
Ways to save on your electric bill this summer
A lot of people are in shock over their electric bill, and there is still another month of hot temps on tap for Phoenix. FOX 10's Anita Roman meets with APS to find out ways how you can save on your electric bill.
A lot of people are in shock over their electric bill, and there is still another month of hot temps on tap for Phoenix. FOX 10's Anita Roman meets with APS to find out ways how you can save on your electric bill.
Where to find heat relief stations in the Phoenix area
Here's a list of heat relief stations open in the Phoenix area this weekend. Anyone can stop by to cool down during the extreme heat.
Here's a list of heat relief stations open in the Phoenix area this weekend. Anyone can stop by to cool down during the extreme heat.
Antarctica gets ‘taste of summer’ as watermelons bloom in coldest place on Earth
August is the coldest winter month at the arctic station Vostok, when temperatures average nearly 92 degrees below zero.
August is the coldest winter month at the arctic station Vostok, when temperatures average nearly 92 degrees below zero.
Scientists find climate change made July hotter for 4 out of 5 humans on Earth
Human-caused global warming made July hotter for four out of five people on Earth, with more than 2 billion people feeling climate change-boosted warmth daily, according to a flash study.
Human-caused global warming made July hotter for four out of five people on Earth, with more than 2 billion people feeling climate change-boosted warmth daily, according to a flash study.
Sweating, shivering mannequin aids research on how bodies respond to extreme temperature
Arizona State University researchers are using a high-tech mannequin to learn more about how the human body responds to extreme heat.
Arizona State University researchers are using a high-tech mannequin to learn more about how the human body responds to extreme heat.
Phoenix has ended 31-day streak of highs at or above 110 degrees
A hellish and historic 31-day run of temperatures cracking 110 degrees in Phoenix has come to an end on Monday, as monsoon rains moved through the region from Mexico.
A hellish and historic 31-day run of temperatures cracking 110 degrees in Phoenix has come to an end on Monday, as monsoon rains moved through the region from Mexico.