Strong Heat for the Southeast Monday

9 Sep 2019, 8:49 am

Summer is holding on strong across the Southeastern U.S. with temperatures reaching above normal for this afternoon. These temperatures will feel even warmer when you include the humidity and that will lead to dangerous outdoor conditions. Here is the very latest.

Alerts

Areas of Georgia and Alabama are under heat advisories, meaning heat indices will range from 105° – 110°. Heat index values this strong could lead to heat stroke or heat exhaustion. If you plan on being outdoors you will need to do your best to stay safe and hydrated.

Forecast

Look at these numbers for today! Some cities like Atlanta and Augusta could have a record high when all is said and done.

Heat Safety

Here are some safety tips if you have to be outdoors for any amount of time today. Please be safe and keep checking with WeatherNation for the latest updates!

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Chelsea Ambriz

Chelsea is from Indianapolis, Indiana. Although it may be the Hoosier state, she attended Purdue University and is a diehard Boilermaker fan. She has a BS in atmospheric science and is currently pursuing her MS in environmental policy and management with a concentration in energy and sustainability from the University of Denver. Chelsea loves the ever-changing patterns of the atmosphere which led ... Load Moreher to participate in extensive severe weather research for the Red Cross during her undergrad years. She is currently a Community Volunteer Leader for the Red Cross and enjoys giving back to the community she lives. Before coming to WeatherNation, Chelsea worked in West Virginia at WSAZ and in west Tennessee at WBBJ where she did it all from reporting to sports but her passion is weather.

Strong Heat for the Southeast Monday

Alerts

Forecast

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