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Although it is the summer where heat is abundant, a few spots across the southern U.S. will be especially hot to close out the weekend.
An area of high pressure situated over the Gulf of Mexico coupled with a stalled front that stretches from the East Coast to the Plains will create miserable weather today. The warm, moist air will funnel from the Gulf into the southern half of the U.S., allowing for temperatures to soar into the mid-to-upper 90s across the Southeast, Gulf Coast and southern Plains. This coupled with dew points peaking in the upper 70s will make for uncomfortable scenarios.
Heat Advisories can be found across southeastern South Carolina and Georgia into Florida, as well as north-central Texas into southern Oklahoma. Heat indices soaring into the 100s will be likely through this afternoon and evening. In fact, some areas in the Southeast and southern Plains such as Miami, Jacksonville and Tallahassee, Fla., Jessup and Valdosta, Ga., Wichita Falls, Texas, and Lawton, Okla., will see heat indices near 110 degrees.
The one caveat to the high temperatures is that there may be a pop-up storm or two today that could lead to a quick reprieve of the heat today. However, prolonged exposure to dangerous heat conditions could lead to heat illness such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion. It’s important to limit your time outside and if you need to go outdoors, wait until the cooler times of the day such as the early morning hours or after sunset in the evening.
Remember, “Look Before You Lock” if you plan on traveling with children or pets. Vehicles can rise to dangerous temperatures in a matter of minutes, leading to dangerous or even deadly consequences if left exposed. If you must travel outdoors, remember to stay hydrated by drinking the proper amount of water and make sure to check the WeatherBug app frequently for any updates.