Former St. Johns rectory damaged in fire Oct 27, 2009
A fire ripped through a Central Street home Monday afternoon, blowing out several windows due to the extreme heat. Engine 1, Engine 3 and Ladder 1 responded to 276 Central St. at 12:30 p.m. for a report of a working fire. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
A Five-Star Ghost Town at the End of 'The World' Oct 25, 2009
An Irish investor (who committed suicide in February, after his company went broke) planned to build a theme resort on Ireland; never mind that the gulf's extreme heat would turn a pint of Guinness into a bubbling black stew. Only one island, reportedly belonging to Sheik Mohammed, ended up occupied, its palms shading a large mansion. (Time.com)
Sweat lodge survivor shares her experience Oct 21, 2009
The leader of a Sedona-area sweat-lodge ceremony that left three people dead had encouraged participants to fight through the pain brought on by the extreme heat in order to achieve a higher level of consciousness, said an attorney for a southern Arizona woman who survived the ordeal. Before the ceremony, the leader, personal-development guru James Arthur Ray, had sent participants on a 36-hour outdoor fast in which they were denied food and water, the attorney said Tuesday. (AZCentral -- News)
Murder Probe in Sweat Lodge Deaths Oct 16, 2009
When you take any physical exercise to an extreme and you ply the brain with confusion based on fasting, meditation, extreme heat, dehydration and lack of nutritional supplements in the Arizona desert and than under a tent with mind boggling heat something is going to happen. Mr. Ray's intentions might have been pure, but the conditions he placed these people under might be seen in a Army Ranger, Green Beret, Navy Seal or Special Forces Ops training and exercise (sans the meditation). (CBS News)
Climate change is making us sick Oct 9, 2009
During the recent weeks of extreme heat across the isolated border region of Kenya and Somalia, aid agencies reported entire communities of nomadic herders walking out of the withered acacia scrub, much of their livestock having perished on the way. Climate change is a global issue and weather extremes put everyone at risk; the deadly bushfires sparked by last year's heatwave in Victoria made that tragically clear. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Tsunami a double scare for Red Cross in Hawaii, Samoa; No Kauaian deployed yet Oct 9, 2009
It s an extreme hardship deployment, where volunteers arrive unsure about where they will be housed and how they will get to impacted areas, and have difficult working conditions in extreme heat, Hall said. American Red Cross volunteers on the ground now in American Samoa are conducting damage assessments, and providing mass care, or getting lots of people housing, food and water, erecting temporary housing and portable toilets, and distributing goods including coolers, tarps, cooking kits,... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Slim pickin’s in the patch Oct 4, 2009
The ultra-soggy months of June and July, coupled with a stretch of extreme heat in August, crippled the pumpkin crop for many New England farmers. In hard-hit Maine, for example, the yield is expected to be off 50 percent this fall and deprive state farmers of an estimated $1 million. (Boston Globe)
summary of the case, Oct 3, 2009
Although the other techniques are not described, they undoubtedly included some or all of the following -- prolonged isolation, the use of extreme heat and cold, short-shackling in painful stress positions, forced nudity, forced grooming, religious and sexual humiliation, and the use of loud music and noise -- because this whole package of techniques, including sleep deprivation, was approved for use at the highest levels of the Bush administration, as a senate c 00004000 ommittee explained in... (Harper's Magazine)
Police: Salisbury man set fire, assaulted EMTs Oct 3, 2009
Everyone should thank their local EMT's, Firefighters, and Police Dept. These fine individuals are there 24/7, some on a volunteer basis, and risk life and limb, deal with extreme heat and cold, sometimes in the most horrible situations. I sincerely hope this gentleman receives the help he so sorely needs. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Travolta Defendants Caught in the Act? Sep 30, 2009
Like how many times does a child have to die in the backseat of a car from extreme heat before people GET it. Meanwhile, after it happens, everyone is saying, "It's okay, it's not your fault....". (CBS News -- Early Show)
Angels on losing side of duel in finale Sep 24, 2009
The Official Site of the Los Angeles Angels. Kazmir's outing marred by one shaky frame against Yanks. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
MARSHFIELD COMMENTARY: More lessons from Mississippi Sep 24, 2009
All the advisers were in awe at how hard the youth worked, and how they cared for each other while working in the extreme heat. They worked in shifts, taking water breaks when needed, watching out for each other, sharing and caring. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Seasonality Of Mortality: Summer Vacation Link? Sep 23, 2009
Extreme heat and cold are associated with an increased risk of death. "We speculate that another factor accounting for the lower mortality observed in September in the Mediterranean countries is the preceding summer vacations," write Dr. Matthew Falagas of the Alfa Institute of Biomedical Sciences in Greece and coauthors. (Science Daily)
Now, a vest to keep fire fighters stay cool! Sep 22, 2009
A team at James Cook University has designed the Cool Me Vest that can help fire fighters keep their cool, reduces heat stress significantly and cuts down recovery times even in extreme heat conditions. The CoolMe vest can be worn under a protective suit to allow emergency workers to keep cool on the job, or it can be applied afterwards, to speed up recovery. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Study: Wealth buys rescue from urban heat island Sep 20, 2009
Conditions in those neighborhoods, with their sparse landscaping, high-density housing and converging freeways, create pockets of extreme heat that persist day and night ... Using historical climate data and weather records, the researchers established 113 degrees as a so-called threshold level to define an extreme heat wave ... Some of the neighborhoods with the most hours of extreme heat were farther out from the inner core in areas that should enjoy cooler temperatures based on the idea that... (AZCentral -- News)
Are the homeless throughout the city violating any law? Sep 18, 2009
marygb wrote on Sep 16, 2009 5:51 PM:" Some of you folks may remember, Elizabeth Smart. Her family hired man, whom they came to know as Emmanuel, after Lois Smart saw him panhandling on a downtown Salt Lake City street. He kidnapped Elizabeth and with the Grace of God, this little girl was found alive! I get Lettie10's compassion, and she is right, we never know. It is sad to see the homeless, mentally ill, disheveled, hungry, in the extreme heat or cold, shivering from alcohol/drug withdrawals... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Reading Kafka Improves Learning, Suggests Psychology Study Sep 17, 2009
Fire, for example, is associated with extreme heat, and putting your hand in a flame and finding it icy cold would constitute a threat to that meaning. "It would be very disturbing to you because it wouldn't make sense," he said. (Science Daily)
Celebrating fall Sep 17, 2009
I can t really enjoy those beverages during the summer due to the extreme heat. It would be like getting sunburn and then taking a really hot shower, not the best idea. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
USTA considering options to improve tennis center Sep 13, 2009
"' The USTA appointed a group to study the infrastructure at the tennis center and received preliminary roof plans from a Kansas City architecture firm, but it doesn't appear to be much closer to a concrete solution a year later. "We will take the time to make the right decision, and will not hold ourselves to a specific timetable," said Lucy Garvin, president and CEO of the USTA board. U.S. Open officials also didn't seem too eager to examine the tournament schedule, even after facing some... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Southwest Montana Snapshots Sep 11, 2009
LIP compensates livestock owners and contract growers for livestock death losses in excess of normal mortality due to adverse weather, including losses due to, floods, blizzards, disease, wildfires, extreme heat and extreme cold. Civil Dialogue. (Montana Standard, MT)
Soldier puts skills to rebuilding Afghanistan Sep 8, 2009
I work a lot of hours repairing electric work and keeping generators operational under this extreme heat. Q. Are you exposed to battle. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
More of this story Sep 5, 2009
He walks the entire 18 holes and rarely rides except in extreme heat. We ve all been playing for a lot of years, so I guess we ve gotten to where we can stand each other. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
They did it! Sep 4, 2009
It was an emotionally rewarding journey for all who saw them through the weekend, ending at the University of Massachusetts Boston campus on Sunday, July 26, in the extreme heat. As her mother-in-law, I would like to thank Jill for her dedication. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Council proclaims September National Preparedness Month Sep 4, 2009
Arizonans annually face the threat of natural and human-caused disasters such as extreme heat, microbursts, severe flooding, fire and domestic terrorism that can cause property damage and threaten the safety of our families, businesses, and neighborhoods, Martinez read from the proclamation. He went on to read, Residents can prepare by following a few simple steps, which include an emergency supply kit, developing a personal preparedness plan, participating in community-wide efforts and becoming... (Glendale Star, AZ)
EDITORIAL: Welcome back, Melrose students Sep 4, 2009
It may not have felt fair to be returning to readin, writin, and rithmetic after a summer of rain followed by extreme heat and humidity, but as older Melrosians well know, the calendar marches on whether life is fair or not. School officials have been busy this year, readying the classrooms and doing their best to ensure safe, attractive learning environments for students from kindergarten to high school. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
City officials prepare Sep 3, 2009
Visit our sister newspaper sites. Proudly serving Marlin and Falls County, Texas since 1890 ; Thursday, September 03, 2009. (Marlin Democrat, TX)
FPS draws record crowd Sep 2, 2009
Others marveled at how the comfortable weather replaced the extreme heat from two years ago. It s just unbelievable, said Richland Community College Vice President of Finance Greg Florian as he drove a golf cart to pick up visiting lawmakers about lunch time. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Torture probe is justified Sep 1, 2009
The manual, last updated in September 2006, prohibits forcing detainees to be 00003EA9 naked, threatening them with military dogs, exposing them to extreme heat or cold, conducting mock executions, depriving them of food, water or medical care and waterboarding. We hope this investigation also will lay to rest some of the myths perpetrated by those trying to justify extreme interrogation techniques. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Army tanks battle night-blindness Sep 1, 2009
Not being adequately tropicalised, the Catherine TI cameras have often malfunctioned in the extreme heat of the Rajasthan deserts at temperatures of 55-60 degree Celsius. Incidentally, Armys requirement for 1,781 MBTs to replace the older T-55 and T-72 tanks is going to be met through the progressive induction of 1,657 T-90S tanks and 124 of the indigenous Arjuns. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Off-duty volunteers tried to save fire victim Sep 1, 2009
But extreme heat and smoke prevented rescuers from reaching the only person left inside. "> Curious? Search ScoutPA. lect> Your online website and business directory. Daily American Archive Search Search for an Event Search our Classifieds ? Off-duty volunteers tried to save fire victim By MICHELLE GANASSIDaily American Staff Writer Rating: 0 Monday, August 31, 2009 10:12 PM EDT Four Fayette County firefighters rushed into a burning camper Sunday at Scottyland Campground in an attempt to save a... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Looking ahead for first bit of "gumbo weather" to arrive Aug 31, 2009
While these final days of August hold little concern in terms of celebrations, most everyone, by now, has had enough of the extreme heat of late summer and are looking toward fall. We spend these last days of summer anxiously watching the Gulf, for we know how storms can launch from its warm waters without much notice. (New Iberia, LA)
Camper fire proves fatal Aug 31, 2009
Gary Defrances, 34, most likely died while smoking a cigarette in bed, said New Centerville Fire Chief Jim Saylor, who rushed to the scene as soon as the call for help was made around 1:39 a.m. The state police fire marshal is investigating, according to police (Somerset Daily American, PA)
GUEST COLUMN: Avoid heat-related illnesses, stay cool Aug 29, 2009
In extreme heat and high humidity, evaporation of perspiration is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain normal temperature. Heat-related illnesses include heat cramps which are muscular pains and spasms in the abdominal or leg muscles caused by loss of water due to heavy sweating. (Easton Journal, MA)
Man guilty of torture-murder Aug 29, 2009
An autopsy showed he died from hyperthermia because of the extreme heat. On Friday, prosecutors declined to identify a leader amongst Allen and the other defendants: Keith Roberts, Breylon Garland and Theodore Holliman. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Thousands of snags remain from hurricanes Aug 29, 2009
Buildings and trees were leveled by the storm surge, he recalled, also noting the extreme heat as they searched for victims. The people in the hurricane-ravaged region had a real can-do spirit about them, Shevlin added, citing their efforts to rebuild and move on with their lives. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Summer Heads Out with a Heat Warning Aug 29, 2009
Firefighters on the other hand are rotated out after just 20 minutes because of the extreme heat on scene when battling a blaze. You must be logged in to rate this story. (KLAS-TV)
Hundreds flee as blaze nears L.A. suburb Aug 28, 2009
27: Extreme heat, no wind and a rash of wildfires have conspired in Southern California to create a smoky, hazardous mess. NBC's Chris Jansing reports. (MSNBC -- Race)
Patriots - Bengals Final Notes Aug 28, 2009
Offensive linemen and were carted off the practice field behind Gillette Stadium under the duress of the extreme heat that hit town in the tail end of training camp. Mankins returned to action for full participation in a full pads practice the following day, while Ohrnberger returned later in the week. (PatriotsInsider.com)
Market Advisor: Will the weather cooperate for near record crop production? Aug 28, 2009
Any weather scare that has the potential to reduce average soybean yields, such as extreme heat or an early frost, will cause prices to increase rapidly and build a risk premium into the markets. A weather-related price rally should be used to price any remaining old crop inventories. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
US Crop Yields Could Wilt In Heat Aug 28, 2009
While crop yields depend on a variety of factors, extreme heat is the best predictor of yields, Roberts says. There hasn t been much research on what happens to crop yields over certain temperature thresholds, but this study shows that temperature extremes are not good. (Science Daily)
Shop stays geared for change Aug 28, 2009
That plus the extreme heat, which contributes to the wear and tear on vehicles, has kept the company busy this summer, he says. It has been a great year for us, Rusty Belden says. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Jury gets case in student's killing Aug 28, 2009
An autopsy showed he died from hypothermia because of the extreme heat. Investigators found Allen s handprints -- which contained the victim s blood -- on Walker s walls, prosecutors said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Deadly Heat Waves Are Becoming More Frequent In California Aug 27, 2009
25, 2009) An extreme heat wave affected much of the state of California during mid- to late July 2006, breaking daily maximum temperature records in many regions of the State. A new study reports that the 2006. (Science Daily)
Heat Stress In Older People And People With Chronic Diseases Aug 26, 2009
Homeless people are at risk because of lack of shelter from extreme heat and often also by underlying physical or psychiatric issues. However, there are gaps in knowledge that can serve as further areas for research. (Science Daily)
Report: Future U.S. Heat Waves Will Be Worse Aug 26, 2009
The report, "More Extreme Heat Waves: Global Warming's Wake Up Call," sponsored by medical, environmental and civil rights organizations, comes as a legislative fight over a climate change bill gets ready to resume next month in Congress. Its remedies are based on recent findings of global warming effects by the U.S. Global Change Research Program, which coordinates climate research across federal agencies. (W-USA News, DC)
Report Predicts Urban Meltdown from Heat Waves Aug 26, 2009
Extreme heat boosts risks of , strokes and asthma, it notes. Children also face increased risks, it adds. (Scientific American)
Stephensons Thornton holding out for teammates Aug 26, 2009
HEY MICHAEL, IF YOU HATE PRACTICING IN EXTREME HEAT AND LATER EXTREME COLD, THEN THINK ABOUT GOING TO SAN DIEGO STATE.. OUR WEATHER IS PERFECT FOR PRACTICE EVERY DAY. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
US launches crime probe into CIA tactics Aug 26, 2009
The manual, last updated in September 2006, prohibits forcing detainees to be naked, threatening them with dogs, exposing them to extreme heat or cold, conducting mock executions, depriving them of food, water or medical care, and waterboarding. Despite the announcement of the criminal probe, several Obama spokesmen said again that on the subject of detainee interrogation, Mr Obama ''wants to look forward, not back. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Report: CIA threatened detainee families... Aug 25, 2009
The manual prohibits forcing detainees to be naked, threatening them with military dogs, exposing them to extreme heat or cold, conducting mock executions, depriving them of food, water, or medical care, and waterboarding. Subjecting prisoner abuse cases to a new review and possible prosecution could expose CIA employees and agency contractors to criminal prosecution for the alleged mistreatment of terror suspects in the years after the Sept. 11 attacks. (The Drudge Report)
President Approves New Interrogation Unit Aug 25, 2009
The manual prohibits forcing detainees to be naked, threatening them with military dogs, exposing them to extreme heat or cold, conducting mock executions, depriving them of food, water or medical care, and water-boarding. The officials also say that when terrorism suspects are transferred to other countries, the U.S. will work harder to ensure they are not tortured. (KWTX.com, TX)
CSC plans youth summit Aug 25, 2009
They ve worked in the extreme heat under houses and on wooded trails, said Sharee Cooper, CSC operations manager. Our youth have accomplished amazing work and have benefited people in need in our communities. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
"Other Sources" Investigated As Causes Of Football Team Illness Aug 24, 2009
(WUSA) -- Extreme heat is the most likely cause of the illnesses that felled 17 players and coaches of the Kent Island High School varsity football team Thursday. Even so, other sources such as the water and food shared by the team during the day will be investigated, according to Carol Williamson, the superintendent of Queen Anne's County Schools. (W-USA News, DC)
Washington state wine growers are expecting bumper crop of grapes Aug 22, 2009
The extreme heat earlier this summer came after the grapes were established, so they weren t damaged, she said. These projections from the Washington Agricultural Statistics Service reflect the crop s growing importance in Washington state, as more land is shifted to wine grape production. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Growers expect bumper crop of grapes to fuel Washington state's burgeoning wine industry Aug 22, 2009
The extreme heat earlier this summer came after the grapes were established, so they weren t damaged, she said. This article is for Paid Subscribers ONLY.. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Body found on Chipper's Texas ranch Aug 22, 2009
Jones Sr. said the man had entered the country from Mexico illegally and that the extreme heat and drought would have made it difficult for him to survive without food or water. "He was in a part of the ranch we don't go to on a daily basis," Jones Sr. told The AJC from his ranch in Carrizo Springs, Texas, on Thursday night. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
NASA researcher nets first measure of Africa's coastal forests Aug 21, 2009
Mangroves are hardy and adaptable forests that can thrive under extreme heat, very high salt levels, and swampy soil. Rampant clearing for agriculture and construction, soil toxicity, and long-term oil and sewage pollution, however, are increasingly threatening their survival and more than 1,300 animal species in ways that nature cannot. (EurekAlert!)
Gamers face real weather in new sports simulations Aug 21, 2009
"We even support extreme heat and cold, where extreme heat has a huge impact on how quickly players fatigue as you play the game.". Frazier said weather conditions have a visual affect on the game as well. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Somerville tries to cool down Aug 20, 2009
Residents are advised to avoid exposure to the extreme heat whenever possible, to drink plenty of water and restrict unnecessary outdoor activity, said Mayor Joe Curtatone in an alert issued earlier this week ... For more heat safety tips, please visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention s Extreme Heat Guide online. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Manhunt for Elderly Shooting Suspect Aug 19, 2009
Another concern for law enforcement was the extreme heat, with so many teams out in the sun working for hours. Keefe said, "It's a testament, I think, to the team's fitness and abilities.". (WCAX.com, VT)
Football spends Day Two of practice at McAndrew Stadium Aug 18, 2009
How much thought do you have to give to the weather conditions, whether it be thunderstorms like last night or extreme heat and humidity. You try not to pay too much attention. (Siusalukis.com)
City opens cooling center to combat extreme heat Aug 18, 2009
Please note that residents are advised to avoid exposure to the extreme heat whenever possible, to drink plenty of water and restrict unnecessary outdoor activity. On behalf of the Council on Aging, the Health Department and other city agencies, I would also like to request the public s assistance in checking on the welfare of family members and neighbors - especially senior citizens, young children, or those who have physical limitations - in order to ensure their continued safety. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Coach Berenato's Trip for the Troops: Day 5 Aug 16, 2009
In the extreme heat, everyone is so cool. In the time of battle, everyone is so prepared. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
It's all in the swagger Aug 16, 2009
Danny Green today has to overcome extreme heat and a confident opponent, writes Daniel Lane in Biloxi. Delta blues Danny Green. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Farm Workers Get Free Health Screening Aug 14, 2009
" Farm Workers are generally not in a position to see a doctor, Phelps said, despite being at higher risk for illness due to exposure to extreme heat and pesticides. "The least we can do is provide some care for these people who provide the food that goes on our table," he said. Copyright 2009 by . All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. The following are comments from our users. Opinions expressed are neither created nor endorsed by... (KERO 23, CA)
Tips for elders: Stay cool this summer Aug 13, 2009
In extreme heat and high humidity, evaporation of perspiration is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain normal temperature. Heat related illnesses include heat cramps, which are muscular pains and spasms in the abdominal or leg muscles caused by loss of water due to heavy sweating. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
