Heat index values are expected to exceed 100 today.
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(Wilmington, Oh.) - The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Heat Advisory for the tri-state area.
The advisory is in effect from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday.
Today's forecast calls for a high of 95 degrees with heat index values of 103 expected. Aside from the heat, there is a chance for some isolated thunderstorms throughout the day.
The National Weather Service reminds individuals to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.
For more information, visit www.weather.gov.
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