Here is an update concerning the extreme heat threat today.
Changes from previous update:
- An Extreme Heat Warning has been issued for the Florida Parishes and southwest Mississippi and a Heat Advisory has been issued for coastal SE Louisiana
WHAT: Extreme heat conditions with heat index values up to 114 degrees
WHEN: From 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., with the highest values in the afternoon
WHERE: For the Advisory: Coastal Louisiana and areas to the west covered by the Lake Charles office. For the Warning: All areas excluding Coastal Louisiana
CONFIDENCE: We are confident hot temperatures and high humidity will occur today and could quickly lead to heat illness if precautions aren’t taken.
Impacts:
- Widespread heat index readings are forecast to climb above 108 to 113 degrees for multiple hours.
- In a few spots, extreme heat is forecast with heat index readings above 114 degrees.
- With widespread heat index values forecast near or above 110 degrees, heat illness can occur quickly.
