Wetumpka, AL

Right Now
92°
Sunny
  • Humidity: 53%
  • Feels Like: 102°
  • Heat Index: 102°
  • Wind: 5 mph
  • Wind Chill: 92°
  • UV Index: 11 Extreme
  • Sunrise: 05:58:46 AM
  • Sunset: 07:43:17 PM
  • Dew Point: 73°
  • Visibility: 10 mi

Today

Partly cloudy skies early with heavy thunderstorms developing this afternoon. High 93F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 80%.

Tonight

Some clouds. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low near 75F. Winds light and variable.

Tomorrow

Sunny along with a few clouds. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 96F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.

Weather Alert

...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Afternoon heat index values 104 to 109.

* WHERE...All of Central Alabama.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&
thewetumpkaherald