The National Weather service has issued a special weather statement as of 6:13 a.m. regarding an extended period of hot and humid conditions expected today, Tuesday, June 18 and extending into the weekend.
According to the statement, an extended period of hot and humid conditions will continue across Central Indiana through next weekend, and daily temperatures will be reported around 90 degrees or above with heat index values approaching 100 degrees, which may be hazardous for sensitive and vulnerable populations.
Community members are encouraged to exercise increased caution when spending time outdoors during the peak heating of the day.
The service encouraged Hoosiers to hydrate by drinking plenty of water or sports drink, protect themselves by wearing light clothing, using sunscreen and wearing sunglasses, plan ahead by scheduling activities during the cooler parts of the day and ensure the safety of others by monitoring pets and elderly community members during the heat.
The service stated that Hoosiers should avoid big meals or high protein meals that raise body heat, caffeine or alcohol that speed up dehydration, overworking themselves by taking frequent breaks when outdoors and leaving children or pets in a vehicle due to the rise in temperature that will occur within the vehicle that can cause heat-related injuries, conditions or death.
