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It is going to be hot and humid this weekend.
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A temperature of 97 degrees is forecasted for Saturday and 93 degrees for Sunday, with heat index values up to 100 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
In addition to the heat, high humidity is expected in the region.
A Heat Advisory has been called from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday. Another might be issued for Sunday.
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“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. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside,” forecasters said.
Residents are advised by officials to schedule any strenuous activities in the early morning or evening when the temperature will be cooler.
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Friday’s temperature is forecasted to be 84 degrees.
Temperatures will be back down to the 70s starting Monday.
The weekend forecast:
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Saturday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
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Sunday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Sunday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
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