Hot and humid conditions will return today with highs in the low to mid 90s and heat index values between 100 to 106 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
There will be the chance for severe storms beginning this evening and continuing through the early overnight hours to the north of I-70, the weather service said. Main threats are hail and wind.
A heat advisory takes effect at 1 p.m. and lasts through 7 p.m. today, according to the weather service.
Those exposed to dangerous heat and high humidity for prolonged periods could result in an increased risk for heat-related illnesses, according to the weather service.
Cars could reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes, the weather service said. Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle, not even for a minute, the weather service advised.
Residents are advised to drink plenty of water; avoid caffeinated, alcoholic or high sugar content beverages; stay in an air-conditioned room; stay out of the sun; and check on neighbors, the elderly and pets.
Those who spend time outdoors should reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or late evening.
People should wear light-colored, lightweight and loose-fitting clothes when possible.
Those working outdoors should take frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location and seek emergency assistance. Heat stroke is an emergency and people should call 911 immediately for it.
Today’s high will be near 94, with a heat index as high as 103 in Wyandotte County, according to the weather service.
There will be a south southwest wind of 17 to 22 mph with gusts as high as 31 mph.
Tonight, there is a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m., the weather service said. The low will be 71. Winds will change to the north late, and could gust up to 25 mph.
On Tuesday, expect a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 7 a.m. The high will be near 85, and a north northeast wind will be 7 to 9 mph, the weather service said.
