SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The heat is always present for the Coastal Empire & Lowcountry during the summertime, but with above average temperatures and little cloud cover or storms bringing relief, safety is paramount.
The next few weeks are the hottest stretch of the year for the area on average, with extreme heat events peaking this time of year as well.
The heat index is calculated by factoring in the humidity with the actual recorded air temperature.
The body cools itself through evaporation from sweat and increased humidity lessens the amount of evaporation that takes place.
StormTeam 3: Intense weekend heat with very little heat relief
This will, in turn, elevate your body’s temperature, especially if proper steps are not taken…