A heat advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. Tuesday for Wyandotte County, according to the National Weather Service.
Highs on Tuesday afternoon will reach the low to mid 90s, with humidity levels contributing to a heat index in the 100-to-105-degree range.
Three is also an air quality alert in effect for Tuesday. Ozone is the primary pollutant. People and businesses are asked to avoid activities which lead to ozone formation, including refueling vehicles, idling vehicles unnecessarily and using gasoline-powered lawn equipment. People are asked to carpool, bike to work, delay or combine errands and use water-based paints and cleaners.
The weather service says that those exposed to the dangerous heat and high humidity over a prolonged period have an increased risk of heat-related illnesses.
Cars may reach a lethal temperature in a matter of minutes. Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle, not even for a minute.
Residents are advised to seek cool and air-conditioned places today.
With increased pollution levels today, individuals should consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity. People who are very young and the elderly are especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants.
The weather service said thunderstorms will be possible tonight through the region. Severe weather is not expected. There is a 20 percent chance of precipitation tonight and a 30 percent chance on Wednesday.