WTOL

Understanding the difference between a Heat Watch, Heat Advisory and Heat Warning

While they all signal hot and potentially dangerous conditions, each alert type has a specific meaning, and knowing the difference could help you avoid heat-related illness. A heat advisory is issued ...
Indiatimes

Heat dome vs. heat wave: What’s the difference (and why it matters)?

A severe heat dome is set to trap over 90 million Americans. The National Weather Service issues health alerts from Nebraska to Florida. Mississippi Valley and Southeast brace for dangerous heat.
The Conversation

What’s the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke? One’s a medical emergency

Matthew Barton works for Griffith University and is a Co-Director of Dr Matt & Dr Mike's Medical Education Pty Ltd. Michael Todorovic works for Bond University and is Co-Director or Dr Matt & Dr ...
British Red Cross

What's the difference between heat exhaustion and heatstroke?

As global temperatures rise, it's important to understand the risks associated with extreme heat. While most people have heard of heat exhaustion and heatstroke, knowing the differences between the ...