Alabama's Heat Is Getting Serious: Here's What to Expect

Alabama (yes, the entire State) is under either an extreme or major heat risk. Closer to home, the extreme heat risk area does include West Alabama.

The National Weather Service in Birmingham said an extreme heat risk is rare and/or involves “long-duration extreme heat with little to no overnight relief, which affects anyone without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration.”

In addition, the NWS warns that “for people without effective cooling, this level of heat can be deadly.”

Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911.

The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued an EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT through Monday, August 17 at 9 p.m.

Residents should stay weather-aware because heat index values could reach 113 °F.

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Monday, August 17 Outlook

Expected Temps, Heat Indices, and When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+

Bibb

Forecasted Temperature: 99 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 110 °F (could be higher in some portions of the county)

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 10 a.m. through 7 p.m.

Fayette

Forecasted Temperature: 100 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 110 °F (could be higher in some portions of the county)

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 10 a.m. through 7 p.m.

Greene

Forecasted Temperature: 99 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 106 °F (could be higher in some portions of the county)

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 11 a.m. through 7 p.m.

Hale

Forecasted Temperature: 99 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 107 °F (could be higher in some portions of the county)

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 11 a.m. through 7 p.m.

Lamar

Forecasted Temperature: 100 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 110 °F (could be higher in some portions of the county)

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 10 a.m. through 8 p.m.

Perry

Forecasted Temperature: 99 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 107 °F (could be higher in some portions of the county)

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 11 a.m. through 6 p.m.

Pickens

Forecasted Temperature: 99 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 107 °F (could be higher in some portions of the county)

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 11 a.m. through 6 p.m.

Sumter

Forecasted Temperature: 100 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 109 °F (could be higher in some portions of the county)

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 11 a.m. through 7 p.m.

Tuscaloosa

Forecasted Temperature: 99 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 107 °F (could be higher in some portions of the county)

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 11 a.m. through 7 p.m.

Walker

Forecasted Temperature: 99 °F

Projected Heat Index Value: 110 °F

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Hit 100 °F+: 11 a.m. through 6 p.m. (could be higher in some portions of the county)

Stay safe today and hydrated. - Mary K. | Weather Forecaster

Precautionary & Preparedness Actions from the NWS

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, loose-fitting clothing when possible, and drink plenty of water.

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 911.

Stay safe today and hydrated. - Mary K. | Weather Forecaster