Extreme Heat: Philadelphia To Hit Triple-Digit Highs For First Time Since 2012
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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Excessive Heat Warnings are in effect today for the heart of the Delaware Valley.
The Heat Is On As First Heat Wave Brings Highs Near 100 Degrees
With the combination of dangerous heat and rising humidity, heat index values will likely exceed 100 degrees everywhere except for our shore points.
We will see actual air temperatures in the 90s region-wide with places like Philadelphia reaching up to 100 degrees.
The last time we reached 100 degrees in Philadelphia was July 18, 2012.
If today's forecast verifies, it will be the first time we have hit triple-digit highs on the thermometer in almost 6 years.
It is imperative today that you take frequent breaks in the A/C and in the shade.
Helpful Heat Resources For Pennsylvania, New Jersey And Delaware
Be sure to drink plenty of water, even when you aren't thirsty so you stay hydrated. Don't forget to take care of your pets as well, they need water too and should stay inside today.
The excessive heat warning will remain in effect through 8PM on Monday.
Montgomery County Issues Code Red Hot Weather Health Warning
Today is expected to be the hottest day, but the heat will continue all the way into the upcoming week.
***PCA HEATLINE ACTIVATION***
The Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) will open the Heatline on Sunday, July 1 at 12 p.m.
Hours of Heatline operation are:
Sunday, July 1 -- 12:00 p.m. to midnight
Monday, July 2 -- 8:30 a.m. to midnight
Tuesday, July 3 -- 8:30 a.m. to midnight
Wednesday, July 4 -- 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m
PCA's call center is equipped with a team of trained staff that can help callers
with precautions to take against the heat, detecting signs of heat stress, and can recommend air-conditioned locations.
Officials also offered some tips to deal with the hot weather:
• Drink plenty of non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated fluids.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
• If at all possible, try to get outdoor work completed during the morning to avoid the warmest part of the day.
• Keep windows and interior doors open when running a fan at home.
• Keep cool by seeking an air-conditioned building if available, if not, seek rest in the shade.–
•Most of the Senior Adult Activity Centers (SAACs) are air-conditioned, as are malls and libraries.
