NBC6’s Adam Berg has your forecast for today, Wednesday, July 17, 2024.
South Floridians were feeling the heat on hump day, with heat index values of 105 to 110 expected.
A heat advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. for Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
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Largely dry conditions will take over as Wednesday afternoon rolls in. There will be partly cloudy skies with a few scattered downpours far inland.
Rain chances pop back up by late weekend.
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Tips for dealing with the heat
The Red Cross and the National Weather Service (NWS) have a series of recommendations for facing days with high temperatures and avoiding health problems.
- The general basic recommendation is to stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and protect yourself from the sun if you're going to be engaging in outdoor activities.
- One of the first warnings is related to vehicles, as the heat inside a car can be deadly. "Never leave children or pets in your vehicle. The interior temperature of the vehicle can quickly reach 120 degrees," says the Red Cross.
- It is also recommended to avoid excessive consumption of caffeinated or alcoholic beverages.
- If you don't have air conditioning, seek relief from the heat during the hottest hours of the day in places like libraries, theaters, and shopping malls.
- It is also advisable to avoid extreme temperature changes. Avoid exercising outdoors during the hottest hours of the day.
- Take frequent breaks if you work outdoors and check frequently to ensure that pets are not suffering from the heat. Make sure they have plenty of fresh water and shade.
