A few storms may fire up late Wednesday, but there is a much greater chance of storms by Thursday. Those showers and storms will develop ahead of an approaching cold front that will put an end to this heat wave and usher in much cooler air by Friday.

If a child is showing symptoms of heat-related illness, they should be brought to a cool place and provided with cool water or a sports drink that contains electrolytes. After consuming fluids, a child can eat salty foods like pretzels or potato chips, according to the AAP.

Other at-home ways of cooling down include avoiding exercise or strenuous activities, taking a cool bath or shower, placing wet cloths or ice on your wrists, neck, and temples, and wearing light-colored, loose-fitting fabrics like cotton and linen—and dressing your children in loose, light clothes as well.

On Tuesday, the heat turns up even more with high temperatures across the region likely in the mid-upper 90s. The forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday in Philadelphia is for a high of 98 degrees, which would tie the record for both days.

It's easy to lose your appetite when it's too hot out. But eating the right foods will help you beat the heat.

Around 170 million Americans from Nebraska to the Northeast are experiencing extremely warm temperatures due to an ongoing heat wave.

As a summer heat wave sweeps through the region, air conditioning systems are being pushed to their limits, and some are failing.

A relentless heat wave continues to grip County, increasing the demand for indoor recreation centers, particularly among families seeking refuge from the soaring temperatures.