The National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for North and Central Georgia, warning of intense heat and potential thunderstorms.

🌤️ What’s Happening:

Heat index values are expected to reach 98 to 105 degrees across much of the area, with some locations potentially exceeding 105 degrees.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecast for the afternoon, with the main threat being locally heavy rainfall.

⚠️ Between the Lines:

The combination of high temperatures and humidity creates dangerous conditions, particularly for those working or spending time outdoors.

While thunderstorms may provide brief respite from the heat, they also bring the risk of flash flooding in some areas.

🔮 The Big Picture: This weather pattern is part of a broader trend of increasing extreme heat events across the Southeast, highlighting the growing impact of climate change on local weather patterns and the importance of community preparedness.