Sunday marks the twenty-first day in a row that South Florida has been under a heat advisory.
In certain parts of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe counties, the heat index rating might reach 110 degrees. It was 105 degrees at the time. At Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, the maximum temperature recorded on Saturday was 110 degrees.
There was an unpleasant mix of heat and humidity as a modest tropical wave moved in from the Bahamas. On Sunday afternoon, the leading edge of the tropical wave may bring sporadic showers and thunderstorms.
The risk of heat-related illnesses is increased by high humidity and temperatures. Up until 6 p.m., there is a heat advisory in effect.
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How to remain healthy while it’s so hot?
Make sure you stay hydrated, avoid the sun, stay in an air-conditioned room, and visit your neighbors and family. It is never appropriate to leave young children or pets alone in a car.
Dress comfortably and in light materials. When working outside, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration advises taking frequent breaks in air-conditioned or shaded areas.
Every 15 to 20 minutes, or roughly 24 to 32 ounces per hour, is how much water is advised by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to be consumed. It is more efficient to drink smaller amounts more frequently than large amounts infrequently.
