Heat wave peaks Friday as temperatures approach highest levels of the year

Heat wave peaks Friday as temperatures approach highest levels of the year

The hottest temperature of the year so far in Philadelphia was 97 degrees on June 30, and that will be challenged on Friday as we reach the peak of our ongoing heat wave.

The hottest temperature of the year so far in Philadelphia was 97 degrees on June 30, and that will be challenged on Friday as we reach the peak of our ongoing heat wave.

Phillies fans brave the heat Citizens Bank Park
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Phillies fans brave the heat Citizens Bank Park

We may have had an excessive heat warning Thursday, but that didn?t stop thousands of Phillies fans from showing out to root on for their ball club.

We may have had an excessive heat warning Thursday, but that didn?t stop thousands of Phillies fans from showing out to root on for their ball club.

'Dangerous' heat forecast across many parts of US

'Dangerous' heat forecast across many parts of US

“Dangerous” heat and humidity is expected Thursday in the U.S. Northwest, Northeast and central parts of the lower 48 states, forecasters said.

“Dangerous” heat and humidity is expected Thursday in the U.S. Northwest, Northeast and central parts of the lower 48 states, forecasters said.

Weather Authority: Dangerous heat remains in place Thursday

Weather Authority: Dangerous heat remains in place Thursday

Dangerous heat remains in place throughout the Delaware Valley Thursday and climbs to a higher level. Take precautions when spending time outdoors.

Dangerous heat remains in place throughout the Delaware Valley Thursday and climbs to a higher level. Take precautions when spending time outdoors.

Tropical Storm Fred makes landfall in Dominican Republic

Tropical Storm Fred makes landfall in Dominican Republic

Tropical Storm Fred has made landfall in the Dominican Republic, with forecasters warning that heavy rains could cause dangerous flooding and mudslides there and in the neighboring country of Haiti.

Tropical Storm Fred has made landfall in the Dominican Republic, with forecasters warning that heavy rains could cause dangerous flooding and mudslides there and in the neighboring country of Haiti.

Dangerous Delaware Valley heat wave sees residents looking for relief

Dangerous Delaware Valley heat wave sees residents looking for relief

A dangerous heat wave across the Delaware Valley caused residents in Philadelphia and Montgomery County to find ways to stay cool.

A dangerous heat wave across the Delaware Valley caused residents in Philadelphia and Montgomery County to find ways to stay cool.

Weather Authority: Intense heat remains in place overnight into Wednesday

Weather Authority: Intense heat remains in place overnight into Wednesday

Temperatures will climb Tuesday into the upper 80’s and low 90’s after overnight and early morning showers and thunderstorms push through.

Temperatures will climb Tuesday into the upper 80’s and low 90’s after overnight and early morning showers and thunderstorms push through.

Dixie Fire destroys fire station while volunteer crews battle blaze

Dixie Fire destroys fire station while volunteer crews battle blaze

The Indian Valley Fire Rescue Department was destroyed by the Dixie Fire while the volunteer firefighters were trying to save homes in the Greenville area.

The Indian Valley Fire Rescue Department was destroyed by the Dixie Fire while the volunteer firefighters were trying to save homes in the Greenville area.