Heat

Parts of South Carolina could be the hottest places in the country this weekend.

The sweltering weather pattern is expected to last through early next week. Here's what you need to know.

Football season is one of the highest risk periods for heat-related illnesses among athletes in training for the gridiron.

This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Bailey Allen about protecting newborn babies and infants from extreme summer heat.

This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Bailey Allen about protecting newborn babies and infants from extreme summer heat.

Charleston's heat index climbed into dangerous triple digits last week, prompting safety changes that affected tourists, businesses and outdoor attractions.

South Carolina ETV and Public Radio's Chief Meteorologist Tim Miller and Morning Edition Host Kristina Thacker discuss the dangerously high heat index.

Anyone can develop a heat-related illness, but some face greater risk, including older adults, infants and young children, people with chronic health conditions, athletes and anyone taking medication that affects the body’s ability to regulate temperature.

A high heat index increases the risk of heat-related illnesses, especially for people spending long periods outdoors. Older adults and people with chronic medical conditions are among those most vulnerable during extreme heat.

The Berkeley County coroner is reminding people extreme heat can be deadly as much of the state is expected to see 90-degree temperatures this weekend.