Record Highs Possible in the Northeast

news image
Special Stories
19 Aug 2019 10:24 AM
Hot temperatures and increasing humidity will lead to another uncomfortable day in the Northeast. Heat Advisories have been issued across the region, including Boston, New York, and Philadelphia.  The heat index will top above the century point this afternoon in most areas. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun, and check in on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions, if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. Record highs are possible today (Monday) with temperatures well into the 90s in most areas. With dew points in the 70s, the heat index will hit 100+. Highs will still be warm Tuesday, but not as uncomfortable with highs in the 80s to low 90s. Temperatures will continue to cool throughout the week, dropping back into the 70s by the weekend. For WeatherNation:  Meteorologist Mace Michaels
All Weather News
More
Ophelia Makes Landfall in North Carolina, Tropical Storm Conditions Spread North

Ophelia Makes Landfall in North Carolina, Tropical Storm Conditions Spread North

Tropical Storm Ophelia made landfall around 6

23 Sep 2023 1:20 PM
Tornado Threat: KC, Tulsa, OKC Today

Tornado Threat: KC, Tulsa, OKC Today

Severe weather is in the forecast this weeken

23 Sep 2023 1:15 PM
More Storms & Severe Weather for the High Plains

More Storms & Severe Weather for the High Plains

After a stormy day Friday that produced big h

23 Sep 2023 12:50 PM
Happening this Weekend: Asteroid Samples Come Back to Earth

Happening this Weekend: Asteroid Samples Come Back to Earth

Above - stereoscopic images provides a 3D vie

23 Sep 2023 12:45 PM
First Day of Fall: Where to Leaf Peep

First Day of Fall: Where to Leaf Peep

Have the leaves started changing where you li

23 Sep 2023 12:40 PM
Atlantic Tropical Outlook

Atlantic Tropical Outlook

Outside of Opehlia, in the next seven days, w

23 Sep 2023 12:10 PM
More Snow for the Rockies

More Snow for the Rockies

ROCKIES - It's September in the Rockies and w

22 Sep 2023 1:25 PM