It’s going to be a scorching weekend in Alexandria. What are you doing to beat the heat?
Temperatures are expected to reach more than 105 degrees this weekend, and the city has opened cooling centers for residents.
“Prolonged exposure to hot temperatures and high humidity can cause heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion, cramps or, in extreme cases, heat stroke,” the city said in a release. “It is especially important for individuals with underlying health issues to take extra precautions and plan ahead for this and future excessive heat events.”
Stay cool this weekend!