Good Morning, Cleveland! It's Tuesday, June 30, and here is what you need to know.
Heat wave hits Northeast Ohio as temperatures soar to the 90s.
We are officially entering a heat wave. Temperatures are expected to reach the 90s. This extreme heat can put you at risk of heat-related illnesses. This morning, your Cuyahoga County reporter, Mike Holden, will be live from Edgewater Beach to share the impact and what people are doing to keep themselves cool.
Cleveland's 5-minute idling law explained as temps climb
As temperatures climb this week, Cleveland drivers should think twice before sitting in a running car to cool down — it could be against the law. Under Cleveland law, idling is defined as sitting in a car with no destination or purpose. The law prohibits idling for more than five minutes. Limited exemptions apply, including for extreme weather conditions and certain vehicle types. The Cleveland Department of Public Health says idling is illegal because of the effects vehicle emissions have on the environment and human health. According to the department, one minute of idling produces more carbon monoxide than smoking three packs of cigarettes. When a car runs, tiny particles are released from the exhaust. Those particles can get into the lungs and contribute to respiratory and cardiovascular problems.
Akron water main break closes West Market Street
Drivers in Akron may need to take a different route today if West Market Street is part of their daily commute. A water main break shut down the road last night, and crews are working to repair it. This morning, your transportation reporter, Caitlin Hunt, will be breaking down the closure.
Euclid residents evacuated after Lakeland complex condemned
Residents of Lakeland Commons and Lakeland Tower are being required to leave their homes today. This evacuation follows the building's condemnation. The City of Euclid is asking community partners to gather at the complex at noon to assist families with their move.
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