The heat is on.
More excessive heat is expected in Alexandria on Wednesday (June 25), as the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory, which is in effect from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Heat index values up to 108 degrees are expected throughout the region.
“Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause illness,” NWS said. “Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.”
The heat wave has resulted in the postponement of public meetings, a community cookout, and more.
SEE: Alexandria opens cooling centers
The NWS recommends wearing lightweight and loose-fitting clothing, limiting strenuous activity, and taking action when you notice symptoms of heat stroke or heat exhaustion.
According to the Mayo Clinic:
Heatstroke is a condition caused by the body overheating. This usually happens because of exposure to high temperatures or physical activity in high temperatures for too long. There are a few stages of heat injury, and heatstroke is the most serious. It can happen if body temperature rises to 104 F (40 C) or higher. Heatstroke is most common in the summer months.
Heatstroke needs emergency care. If it’s not treated, heatstroke can quickly damage the brain, heart, kidneys and muscles. This damage gets worse the longer treatment is delayed, which increases the risk of serious complications or death.
