Ten days of record heat came to a possible end when a rare weather phenomenon blew through Las Vegas — a haboob, also known as a big dust storm.
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Southern Nevada is experiencing temperatures that have never been recorded. Here’s a look at why — and what can be done.
Since 2002, water storage across the West’s Great Basin has decreased rapidly, according to a new study using NASA satellites.
Fines can range from $40 to $5,000, according to the Southern Nevada Water Authority.
Rep. Dina Titus, whose bill is supported by the city of Las Vegas, said extreme heat kills more people each year than hurricanes and tornadoes combined.
Las Vegas sweltered through its fifth straight day of highs above 115 on Wednesday. The valley saw 118, marking the first time the Las Vegas airport had two straight days at 118.
When the temperature at the Las Vegas airport reached 117 degrees at 3:08 p.m. Tuesday, the valley had its fourth straight day of the high reaching at least 115.
The National Weather Service’s three-level system of watches, advisories and warnings help keep people informed when temperatures climb to dangerous levels.
How hot is hot? The National Weather Service’s heat index uses air temperature, humidity levels to give a more accurate picture.
A motorcyclist died in Death Valley National Park during the heat wave. For some tourists who plan trips in advance, extreme heat is an unfortunate coincidence.
Nevada’s U.S. senators and three of its congressional representatives are calling on the Department of Interior to act.
Under the proposed rule, an estimated 36 million workers would gain mandated breaks as well as time for shade and water.
Wrapped in a bitter fight to save Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge from new mining claims, advocates are betting on a tiny fish.
The Nevada Department of Wildlife’s game wardens regularly respond to wildlife-related incidents, and assist Las Vegas and Henderson police when needed.
Nevada is leading the charge in the West when it comes to building electric vehicle battery plants and charging stations, the Environmental Defense Fund says.
