FROM THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE…EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR THE WRMJ LISTENING AREA.
* Heat Index Values…Ranging from 100 to 110 due to temperatures in the mid to upper 90s, and dewpoints in the low to mid 70s.
* Timing…Wednesday Afternoon through Saturday Evening.
* Impacts…Heat-related illnesses may occur due to the
prolonged period of heat and humidity.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
An Excessive Heat Watch means that a prolonged period of hot
temperatures and high humidity is possible. This combination
could create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are
likely. Monitor later forecasts for updated information.