After a hot day on Tuesday with a high temperature of 94, the heat index will rise to between 105 and 110 degrees Wednesday through Saturday across the entire region, according to the National Weather Service.
Today, there is an air quality alert in Wyandotte County. From noon Wednesday to 8 p.m. Saturday, an excessive heat warning has been issued for Wyandotte County, the weather service said.
Today residents are advised to avoid activities that form ozone, such as refueling vehicles or topping off, and using gasoline-powered lawn equipment. In addition, residents are encouraged to carpool, bike to work, delay or combine errands, and use water-based paints and cleaners.
Also, it is recommended that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. The very young and those with pre-existing respiratory conditions such as asthma or heart disease may be at risk, and should consider consulting their physicians.
Today, it will be sunny with a high of 94, the weather service said. The heat index could reach 99. There will be a south wind of 6 to 11 mph.
Tonight, it will be mostly clear with a low of 75, according to the weather service, and a south wind of 6 to 8 mph.
Wednesday, it will be mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 97, the weather service said. The heat index could reach 105. There will be a south southwest wind of 6 to 8 mph.
An excessive heat warning will go into effect at noon Wednesday. The weather service advised residents that it will be a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are likely. Residents are advised to drink plenty of water, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors.
Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles, the weather service stated. This is especially true during warm or hot weather where interiors may reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
During the excessive heat warning, cooling shelters will open in Wyandotte County. Residents are advised to find an air-conditioned place.
Wednesday night, it will be mostly clear with a low of 77 and a south wind of 7 mph, according to the weather service.
Thursday, it will be sunny and hot, with a high near 98, the weather service said. There will be a south southwest wind of 7 to 10 mph.
Thursday night, it will be mostly clear with a low of 77, according to the weather service.
Friday, it will be sunny and hot, with a high near 99, the weather service said.
Friday night, it will be mostly clear with a low of 79, according to the weather service.
Saturday, there is a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m., the weather service said. The high will be near 99.
Saturday night, it will be partly cloudy with a low of 74, according to the weather service.
Sunday, it will be mostly sunny with a high near 94, the weather service said.
Sunday night, there will be a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a low of 69, according to the weather service.
Monday, there will be a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a high near 87, the weather service said.
