Excessive Heat Warning Issued for Broward and Miami-Dade Counties
Broward and Miami-Dade counties are under an excessive heat warning until 6 p.m. on Saturday, the National Weather Service announced. This is issued when heat index values are expected to be 110 or higher for at least two hours.
As of 8:46 a.m., the National Weather Service upgraded a heat advisory to the excessive heat warning, with feels-like temperatures reaching up to 113 degrees for at least two hours this afternoon. The Florida Keys remain under a heat advisory until 7 p.m., with feels-like temperatures reaching up to 109 degrees.
Tips for Dealing with the Heat
The Red Cross and the National Weather Service have a series of recommendations for facing days with high temperatures and avoiding health problems.
- Stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and protect yourself from the sun if you’re going to be engaging in outdoor activities.
- Never leave children or pets in your vehicle, as the interior temperature can quickly reach 120 degrees.
- Avoid excessive consumption of caffeinated or alcoholic beverages.
- If you don’t have air conditioning, seek relief from the heat during the hottest hours of the day in places like libraries, theaters, and shopping malls.
- Avoid extreme temperature changes. Avoid exercising outdoors during the hottest hours of the day.
- Take frequent breaks if you work outdoors and check frequently to ensure that pets are not suffering from the heat. Make sure they have plenty of fresh water and shade.
Future Forecast
Sunday looks to be very similar, with afternoon showers and storms expected, and highs remaining in the low 90s. It will remain unsettled through next week.
Tropical Storm Gordon is still in the open waters of the Atlantic with no threat to land at this time. The forecast shows it moving into dryer and more stable air with lots of wind shear, which could weaken it back into a tropical depression and then into more suitable conditions to regain momentum.
The other area being monitored off the coast of the U.S. has a low chance of development in the next two days, a medium chance of development in the next seven days. This is along the stalled front and a non-tropical area of low pressure is expected to develop, which may take on subtropical characteristics once it moves into the gulf stream, potentially developing into a tropical depression next week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is an excessive heat warning?
A: An excessive heat warning is issued when heat index values are expected to be 110 or higher for at least two hours.
Q: How can I stay safe during the heat wave?
A: Stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and protect yourself from the sun. Avoid leaving children or pets in your vehicle, and avoid exercising outdoors during the hottest hours of the day.
Q: What is the forecast for the next few days?
A: Sunday is expected to be similar to Saturday, with afternoon showers and storms, and highs remaining in the low 90s. It will remain unsettled through next week.
