Montgomery County has activated a Hyperthermia Alert Monday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. It’s the fifth day in a row for such an alert.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Heat Advisory for Central, Southeast and Northwest Montgomery County from noon to 8 p.m. Monday. NWS says to expect heat index between 100 to 105 degrees and to stay hydrated and take precautions to protect yourself and pets from heat-related illnesses:
Montgomery County has activated a Hyperthermia Alert for extreme heat for Monday, 07/08 from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. Expect heat index to be above 95º F. Stay hydrated. Take precautions to protect yourself & pets from heat-related illnesses: https://t.co/hKa4uvWWVZ #MoCo pic.twitter.com/2Du8264szI
— Montgomery Co OEMHS (@ReadyMontgomery) July 7, 2024
Yes, it is hot, and this week will continue to be hot.
But, don't let your guard down!
Heat Advisories are in effect for locations east of the Blue Ridge Monday afternoon, with additional heat headlines possible through Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/RGBF9AuDHI
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) July 7, 2024