Northwest Florida is expected to experience dangerous heat through Wednesday, with Tuesday forecast to be the hottest day.
Heat index values could exceed 110°, making outdoor conditions dangerous.
Stay safe by:
– Drinking plenty of water.
– Limiting outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.
– Taking breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
– Checking on elderly neighbors and ensuring pets have plenty of water and shade.
– Never leaving children or pets in a parked vehicle.
As the heat wave begins to break on Wednesday, strong to severe thunderstorms are possible.
The primary hazards include damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning, heavy downpours with localized flooding, and isolated hail.
