heat wave

WVPE talked with two Elkhart mothers who took their kids to splash pads in Mishawaka and South Bend Wednesday, as Elkhart's McNaughton Spray Park is temporarily closed because of a broken part that's on back order.

With many animals coming from much warmer climates than Michiana, Potawatomi Zoo director Josh Sisk says he jokes that zoo staff are more at risk as they work to keep the animals cool.

With the St. Joseph County 4-H Fair underway and temperatures remaining high, health officials say it's important to know how to recognize and respond to heat injuries.

With Michiana baking under a stretch of 90-degree days, keeping your air conditioner running efficiently can make a big difference, not just for comfort, but for safety.

With heat indexes reaching dangerous levels, people without access to air conditioning are among the most vulnerable, especially young children and older adults.

The city of South Bend has cooling centers open throughout the summer months

In light of this week’s expected high temperatures, the St. Joseph County Department of Health has issued an extreme heat advisory.

This means children, seniors, and anyone with a heart or lung condition should avoid strenuous work or outside exercise.

The National Weather Service has issued an EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING that takes effect Thursday afternoon and lasts through Saturday evening. High…