South Florida Weather Warning: Dangerous Heat Index 105–107°F Until Late Afternoon Across Miami and West Palm

Miami, Florida – Dangerous heat will blanket South and Southwest Florida through late Wednesday afternoon, with heat index values soaring to 107°F in parts of Collier and Hendry counties before scattered thunderstorms offer some relief.

According to the National Weather Service in Miami, peak heat index values will reach 105–107°F across Southwest Florida, including Naples, Immokalee, and Belle Glade, while Southeast Florida cities like Miami and Fort Lauderdale will experience heat indices between 102–105°F. Heat exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure.

Cities such as Homestead, West Palm Beach, and LaBelle are all under heightened heat risk. Residents are urged to stay in air-conditioned spaces, avoid strenuous outdoor activity between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and hydrate frequently. Afternoon storms—mainly in SW Florida—may bring wind gusts up to 50 mph, heavy downpours, and frequent lightning as sea breezes push inland…

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