heat wave

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…