Alertes en vigueurAiken

What: Heat index values up to 109 expected both this afternoon and Tuesday afternoon.
Where: Portions of east central Georgia and central South Carolina.
When: For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Tuesday.
Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.