EXCESSIVE HEAT – Today’s weather forecast is a repeat of yesterday as forecasters are expecting triple digit temperatures for a large part the Red River Radio Listening area. For a second day in a row the National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued an Excessive Heat Warning in effect until 8pm this evening. Senior Meteorologist Michael Berry with the NWS office in Shreveport said high humidity levels combined with high temperatures is the reason.
“That’s going to result in afternoon heat indices topping out between 113, 115 degrees. That’s going to be during the early afternoon,” Barry said “So of course that’s why we have an excessive heat warning out for all of the four state region including southwest Arkansas, northeast Texas for today.”
And if people were planning on working outdoors today and tomorrow, Berry said it might be a good idea to postpone those plans.
“It looks like this heat is going to stay with us probably at least another couple days, at least through Saturday,” Berry explained. “Rain chances are back in the forecast for it looks like during the day Sunday, but especially Monday through Wednesday of next week. And with those elevated rain chances will come slightly less oppressive temperatures I’d say, lower to middle 90’s.”
If you work out doors or without air condition inside you’re advised to keep hydrated, wear loose clothing and take frequent breaks. Make sure your pets are inside or if outdoors make sure they have good shade and plenty of water. And if you or anyone you encounter experiences heat exhaustion, symptoms include dizziness, fatigue, disorientation, get to a cool spot immediately and call 911 for medical attention. And don’t leave anyone in a parked car for any length of time as a car can heat up in a matter of minutes and become deadly.
