The heat is back with a vengeance across the region, with temperatures soaring into the low to mid-90s and the heat index making it feel even hotter.

Get ready for a sizzling stretch as temperatures soar back into the 90s across Southwest Virginia today, with highs continuing to rise into the weekend.

In this summer heat, just walking to a car can feel like a workout. But imagine doing that with 70 pounds of gear—then running into a burning building.

As extreme heat grips Roanoke this week, emergency rooms across Virginia are reporting a sharp rise in heat-related illnesses. Local residents say they’re doing their best to stay cool.

A critical lifeguard shortage is now affecting Roanoke City’s two outdoor swimming pools hours of operation.

When temperatures start feeling like they are in triple digits, it’s more than just uncomfortable; it can be dangerous, especially for people who work outside.

Dangerous heat will continue to build into Southwest Virginia for the week.

ALL CLEAR!

When it’s sizzling outside, you might be quick to turn up the A/C, but that could mean a hefty bill coming your way.