The ongoing heat wave could exacerbate the impacts of increased levels of particle pollution as wildfires burn in Canada and the Western U.S.
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‘It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity.’ Keith Carson explains why.
We all hate the sticky feeling that hot, humid days bring. But what’s the science behind why it makes us so uncomfortable?
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Where to find cooling centers open as dangerous heat bears down on Maine
The heat index could reach 110 degrees in some areas in much of the state this week, while ozone levels are expected to become unhealthy for sensitive groups, officials say.
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Maine braces for extreme heat ahead of Fourth of July
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch between Wednesday and Friday for portions of southern, central and western Maine. Heat and humidity could make it feel as hot as 110 degrees.
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Most of Maine is no longer in drought, but dry conditions linger along coast
It’s an improvement even since mid-June, when much of interior Maine was still considered abnormally dry or under drought conditions by the U.S. Drought Monitor.
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Severe thunderstorms, high winds sweep through Maine
A line of storms that moved east throughout Thursday afternoon prompted a tornado watch, blew over trees and power lines, and knocked out electricity for several thousand people.
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What’s the state of drought across Maine?
Drought conditions have improved this spring thanks to some much-needed rain, but this summer may prove pivotal.
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Weather service warns Mainers of thunderstorms, flooding and heat
Much of Maine was under some form of weather service advisory heading into the weekend.
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What’s the Election Day weather forecast for Maine?
Tuesday is expected to mark the beginning of a warm spell, with highs in the 80s across much of Maine, according to the National Weather Service.
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Southern Maine under several weather advisories Saturday
Whether you’re going to be 50 miles off the coast, swimming at the beach, or camping along the Saco River, the National Weather Service has a warning for you.