News Summary
A heat advisory has been issued for multiple counties in North Carolina as temperatures are projected to reach up to 109 degrees. Residents are urged to stay alert and follow safety protocols to avoid heat-related illnesses. The National Weather Service warns of the combination of high heat and humidity, recommending regular breaks in cool environments. This is the first heat warning of the year, with forecasts indicating continued humid conditions and isolated thunderstorms later in the week. Local authorities stress the importance of public awareness and safety measures amid the ongoing heat wave.
Newport, North Carolina – A heat advisory has been issued for multiple counties in North Carolina as severe temperatures approach a staggering 109 degrees. The National Weather Service (NWS) Newport/Morehead City NC released the advisory on Thursday at 1:37 a.m., effective until 8 p.m. on the same day.
The advisory affects a broad range of areas, including: Mainland Dare, Mainland Hyde, Northern Craven, Southern Craven, West Carteret, East Carteret, Inland Onslow, Coastal Onslow, Northern Outer Banks, Ocracoke Island, Hatteras Island, Martin, Pitt, Washington, Tyrrell, Greene, Beaufort, Duplin, Lenoir, Jones, and Pamlico counties. Residents in these regions are advised to stay alert as heat index values could reach dangerously high levels.
The NWS has issued warnings about the combination of hot temperatures and high humidity, which can lead to serious heat-related illnesses. The safety recommendations include adhering to guidelines set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), such as taking regular breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. In cases where individuals show signs of heat illness, it is critical to move them to a cool, shaded area immediately. In emergencies where severe symptoms appear, calling 911 is advised.
This latest advisory marks the initial heat warning of the year, with predictions starting from noon Tuesday through 8 p.m. Wednesday, where feels-like temperatures were anticipated to reach up to 107 degrees. Historical weather data highlights that the record high for GSP on this date is 100 degrees, set in 1952, alongside a record low of 76 degrees recorded in 2016.
While the intense heat is expected to subside by Wednesday evening, conditions are projected to stay humid and above seasonal averages for the rest of the week. Strong, isolated thunderstorms are also forecasted to develop on Wednesday afternoon and evening.
In addition to the main advisory, a separate alert was issued for Anson, Richmond, and Stanly counties earlier in the week, predicting heat index values between 105 and 109 degrees. This advisory took effect at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 23, and is scheduled to expire at 10 a.m. on Tuesday.
The ongoing heat wave extends its impact across a vast region, affecting most of eastern North Carolina up to the coastline. As temperatures continue to rise, it is anticipated that more counties may be added to the advisories and warnings. In the Charlotte area, high temperatures are predicted to hover in the upper 90s from Monday through Wednesday and then slightly decrease to the mid-90s by Thursday and Friday.
Furthermore, an updated advisory from the NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC at 2:58 a.m. on Thursday covers Iredell, Davie, Rowan, Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, and Union counties. Residents in these regions can expect heat index values to reach between 105 and 108 degrees, mirroring the safety protocols and emergency recommendations stated earlier.
The sustained high temperatures present serious risks, making public awareness and adherence to safety instructions of the utmost importance. Local authorities and health officials continue to emphasize the need for vigilance as this weather pattern unfolds, urging residents to take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families from the extreme heat.
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