Heat Wave Hits Central Ohio | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 14, 2026 · 1m

Central Ohio’s heat wave is hitting hard — firefighters are training in triple-digit temps while wearing heavy gear that feels like a winter coat in summer. To stay safe, crews are rotating shifts to avoid heat emergencies, which have surged to over 150 calls in just one month — 60 requiring hospital care, mostly around the Fourth of July. Officials urge everyone to hydrate, avoid alcohol, and limit outdoor time. Plus, an air quality alert is in effect for Tuesday due to high temps and light winds creating dangerous ground-level ozone — especially risky for kids, seniors, and those with lung…