ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Health officials are urging residents across Western North Carolina to prepare for several days of elevated heat this weekend and early next week, warning that prolonged exposure could pose health risks for vulnerable populations.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Climate and Health Program has issued heat-health alerts for multiple counties in Region 8, including Buncombe, Cherokee, Graham, Henderson, Macon, Madison and Mitchell.
According to the agency, heat index values are expected to reach between 85 and 87 degrees in affected areas from Saturday through Monday…