Residents of north and central Georgia brace for oppressive heat today, with a heat advisory in effect and temperatures soaring beyond 105°F. Prepare for sizzling heat and the threat of severe thunderstorms later in the day.
Why It Matters: Extreme heat poses serious health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations. Staying informed about weather conditions and safety precautions can prevent heat-related illnesses.
What’s Happening: The National Weather Service warns of heat indexes climbing above 105°F, with maximum temperatures expected to hit the mid to upper 90s across the region. Outdoor activities could be hazardous, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses, especially for medically vulnerable individuals.
- Severe thunderstorms are also a possibility this afternoon, bringing the potential for strong wind gusts and heavy rainfall.
Between the Lines: The combination of high temperatures and humidity can lead to dangerous heat indexes. The risk of thunderstorms adds another layer of concern for residents.
- The heat advisory is in effect from 10 AM to 9 PM today, affecting all areas outside of the northeast Georgia mountains.
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Catch Up Quick: Georgia is no stranger to summer heat, but today’s conditions are particularly intense.
- Weather officials urge residents to stay hydrated, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, and check on elderly neighbors and pets.
What is the Heat Index?: The heat index refers to what the temperature feels like when the air temperature is combined with relative humidity. The thermometer in your car may report 90 degree temperatures, but the humidity means that to your body, it will feel like it is over 100 degrees. The heat index is sometimes called the “apparent temperature.”
