COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – First Alert Weather Days for dangerous heat will last through Saturday afternoon.
First Alert Headlines:
- Dangerous heat and humidity begins this afternoon.
- First Alert Weather Days for dangerous heat through Saturday.
First Alert Summary:
A large ridge of high pressure centered over the Gulf will pump moisture and heat into the Midlands, cranking up temperatures. That’s why a stretch of First Alert Weather Days have been issued.
This afternoon, temperatures will climb quickly under a blend of clouds and sunshine. They’ll top out in the upper-90s. Factoring in the humidity, it’ll feel as hot as 105 degrees. While a stray shower or thunderstorm is possible, almost all of us will stay dry and hot.
This stretch of First Alert Weather Days for dangerous heat and humidity will last through Saturday. With each afternoon, high temperatures will reach the upper-90s. Factoring in the humidity, “feels-like” temperatures will range from 105 to 108 degrees.
With these First Alert Weather Days in effect, limit your time outdoors during the peak heat of the day. Drink plenty of water, especially in the morning. This will help your body hydrate for the heat of the afternoon.
Additionally, we are under a marginal risk (level 1 out of 5) of strong to severe storms for the next few afternoon. The main threat is damaging wind, but waves of heavy rain may produce localized flooding and abundant lighting strikes are expected.
First Alert Forecast:
First Alert Weather Day (Today): A blend of clouds and sunshine. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Highs in the upper-90s. “Feels-like” temperatures around 105 degrees…