Dangerous Heat and Humidity Prompt Extended 'First Alert Weather Days' in South Carolina
South Carolina is experiencing dangerous heat and humidity with heat indices expected to reach up to 109 degrees Fahrenheit. First Alert Weather Days have been extended through Tuesday due to a persistent ridge of high pressure.
Key takeaways
- South Carolina is under First Alert Weather Days due to dangerous heat and humidity.
- Heat indices are projected to reach between 105 and 109 degrees Fahrenheit.
- The First Alert Weather Days are extended through Tuesday.
- A large ridge of high pressure is causing the persistent heat.
- Residents are cautioned about the risk of heat illnesses.
Multiple afternoons in South Carolina are under First Alert Weather Days due to extreme heat and humidity. Heat indices are forecast to reach between 105 and 109 degrees Fahrenheit over the coming days.
The First Alert Weather Days have been extended through Tuesday. High temperatures are expected to be in the upper 90s, with projected heat index values around 107 on Thursday, 109 on Friday and Saturday, and 107 on Sunday. Highs are forecast to reach near 100 degrees on Monday and 98 degrees on Tuesday.
A large ridge of high pressure over the region is contributing to the prolonged period of heat and humidity. There is a low chance of severe weather in the western part of the state on Thursday evening, with a marginal risk of storms.
Residents are advised to be cautious of heat illnesses, which can be very dangerous. Afternoon thunderstorms have a 20% chance on Friday and a 30% chance on Saturday.
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