The list of heat-related advisories, in place since the weekend, has been altered slightly but still reflects the dangerously hot conditions ahead through the July 4th holiday.
Tuesday, the National Weather Service removed an extreme heat warning that had been in place for Lyon and most surrounding counties since this past weekend, replacing it with a heat advisory through 8 pm July 4th. Originally included in that advisory were Coffey and Osage counties, which were placed back into an extreme heat warning in the overnight hours between Tuesday and Wednesday, going until 8 pm on the Fourth of July as well.
Still in effect is a heat advisory for Chase and Greenwood counties until 8 pm Thursday.
All of the alerts reflect continued dangerous heat through the remainder of the week, with air temperatures in the mid to low 90s and heat index values ranging between 99 and 104 expected to be the norm through the end of the Fourth of July holiday period. With several events planned over the next several days to celebrate both the Fourth of July and America’s 250th anniversary through the upcoming weekend, residents are reminded to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses if they plan to be out for a prolonged period of time, starting with drinking plenty of water and other hydrating fluids.
Residents should also dress in light, loose-fitting, and breathable clothing, and move any strenuous activities to the morning or evening hours if possible. If not possible, those who plan to be in the heat for a lengthy period of time are encouraged to take frequent breaks in shade or air-conditioned areas as often as possible.
