Hot, sunny today; Thunderstorms, heat index over 100 expected Wednesday

Heat Advisory issued for some.
FILE PHOTO: Ma’Liek Allen, 8, takes advantage of the waterpark along Riverview Ave. on a very hot Monday afternoon. STAFF/MARSHALL GORBY

FILE PHOTO: Ma’Liek Allen, 8, takes advantage of the waterpark along Riverview Ave. on a very hot Monday afternoon. STAFF/MARSHALL GORBY

Hot temperatures return today, with a heat index of more than 100 and a chance for severe storms tomorrow, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington.

There is a Heat

It will be mostly sunny and hot today, with a high around 88 degrees, followed by a mostly clear night with an overnight low around 72 degrees.

An isolated shower is possible today.

Tomorrow will be mostly sunny, breezy and even hotter, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening, some of which could be strong to severe.

Wednesday will begin calm, but winds and temperatures will gradually increase as the day goes on.

Highs will be around 94 degrees with heat index values climbing up to around 101 degrees.

A Heat Advisory has been issued for Butler, Montgomery, Preble and Warren counties from 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, according to NWS.

People should drink plenty of fluids and stay in air-conditioned rooms if possible. Young children and pets should not be left in vehicles unattended.

Anyone who works or spends time outside should reschedule activities to early morning or evening if possible and wear lightweight or loose-fitting clothes. Take frequent breaks in the shade or air-conditioning.

People should also check on relatives and neighbors.

Some storms on Wednesday afternoon may be severe, which could bring damaging winds and large hail.

Shower and storm chances will gradually trail off after sunset as temperatures fall to a low around 71 degrees.

Thursday will be sunny and hot, with a high around 88 degrees, followed by a clear night with lows around 68 degrees.

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