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Need to escape the Columbus heat? 23 libraries offer a place to cool off

Need to escape the Columbus heat? 23 libraries offer a place to cool off

All 23 Columbus Metropolitan Library branches are air-conditioned and open to anyone seeking relief as heat index values climb to around 100.
Cincinnati Enquirer Cincinnati Enquirer
When is summer over? When does fall begin? All about the changing seasons

When is summer over? When does fall begin? All about the changing seasons

The signs of autumn's approach are starting, even if Greater Cincinnati's weather isn't cooperating (so put the pumpkin spice back).
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Another tornado from August storms confirmed in Ohio

Another tornado from August storms confirmed in Ohio

One week of severe storms nearly doubled the number of Ohio tornadoes for the year, and the total from those storms is growing again.
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Heat Advisory Issued for New Castle County, Delaware

Heat Advisory Issued for New Castle County, Delaware

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for New Castle County, Delaware, effective from noon to 8 p.m. on September 1, 2026. Temperatures are expected to reach 92°F (33°C), with heat index values climbing to 100°F (38°C) due to high humidity. Following the heat advisory, showers and thunderstorms are forecast, with some storms potentially severe and capable of producing heavy rainfall. Rainfall totals are expected to reach up to a quarter of an inch, with higher amounts possible in areas affected by thunderstorms. The rest of Delaware will also experience high temperatures in the 90s, with a chance of evening storms.
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Know the signs of heat stroke, exhaustion during Ohio heat advisory

Know the signs of heat stroke, exhaustion during Ohio heat advisory

Ohio is under an extreme heat warning through at least Sept. 3. Here's how to stay cool and safe during dangerously hot weather.
The Commercial Appeal The Commercial Appeal
Memphis in for hot Labor Day weekend with triple-digit heat index

Memphis in for hot Labor Day weekend with triple-digit heat index

A chance of thunderstorms will do little to temper the weekend's high heat.
Nashville Tennessean Nashville Tennessean
Tropical Storm Dolly fizzles, Nashville sizzles

Tropical Storm Dolly fizzles, Nashville sizzles

The National Weather Service anticipates a heat advisory for Sept. 2 and Sept. 3.
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Most respected 2026 Cincinnati soccer coaches | Coaches confidential

Most respected 2026 Cincinnati soccer coaches | Coaches confidential

In this week's Soccer Coaches Confidential, The Enquirer asked which soccer coaches garner the most respect from their colleagues.
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Best places to watch the WEBN Fireworks. Ohio side vs. Kentucky side

Best places to watch the WEBN Fireworks. Ohio side vs. Kentucky side

The Western & Southern WEBN Fireworks show returns over the Ohio River on Sept. 6. Here are the best places to witness the glory.
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Strong Thunderstorms and Heat Advisory Issued for Michigan

Strong Thunderstorms and Heat Advisory Issued for Michigan

Michigan is bracing for strong thunderstorms on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, as a weather system moves northwest-to-southeast across the state. The storms, which began in the northwest Lower Peninsula in the morning, are expected to intensify throughout the day and persist until midnight. The National Weather Service has warned of large hail, isolated tornadoes, flash floods, lightning, and wind gusts up to 70 mph. Additionally, a heat advisory is in effect for southern Michigan, with heat index values reaching 102°F (38.9°C).
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Heat Advisory Issued for Southeast Michigan with Severe Storms Possible

Heat Advisory Issued for Southeast Michigan with Severe Storms Possible

Southeast Michigan is experiencing a hot day with temperatures expected to reach a high of 94°F (34°C). A heat advisory has been issued for parts of the region from noon to 8 PM on Wednesday. The National Weather Service has also placed the area under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather, with the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms later in the afternoon and evening. Morning showers and thunderstorms are also possible before skies clear up to become mostly sunny.
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Heat advisory issued for central Ohio as temperatures, humidity rise

Heat advisory issued for central Ohio as temperatures, humidity rise

The heat advisory will go into effect at 2 p.m. Sept. 1 and expire at 11 p.m. Sept. 2. The heat index is also expected to hit 100 degrees on Sept. 3.