Multiple days of triple-digit heat headed to Charlotte area, forecasters say

Dangerous heat is expected later this week in the Charlotte, with highs of 100 degrees on multiple days, the National Weather Service says.

Temperatures will be 5 to 10 degrees above normal starting Wednesday and the heat index – how hot it feels – could top 105 degrees, forecasters say.

“Current guidance suggests … the potential prolonged heat could persist through the holiday weekend with little indication of significant relief,” the National Weather Service reported Monday morning.

“Those with outdoor plans, including holiday and recreation, should prepare for several days of elevated heat risk. Stay hydrated, take frequent breaks in air-conditioned or shaded areas, and never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles.”…

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