Extremely hot temperatures and humid conditions are leading to some very concerning heat index values.

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The Extreme Heat Warning indicates that dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of up to 110 are expected. This has been issued by the National Weather Service in Birmingham and is in effect until Tuesday, July 29, at 9 p.m.

The warning impacts the following West Alabama counties: Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Lamar, Perry, Pickens, Sumter, Tuscaloosa, and Walker.

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“For some communities, today is the hottest day so far this summer,” James Spann, ABC 33/40, and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Chief Meteorologist.

Expected Heat Index Values for the Remainder of Tuesday

Bibb

Heat index values as high as 110.

Fayette

Heat index values as high as 110.

Greene

Heat index values as high as 106.

Hale

Heat index values as high as 107.

Lamar

Heat index values as high as 110.

Perry

Heat index values as high as 110.

Pickens

Heat index values as high as 109.

Sumter

Heat index values as high as 109.

Tuscaloosa

Heat index values as high as 109.

Walker

Heat index values as high as 110.

Ensure you take all necessary precautions during this period of extreme heat.

Mary K. – Weather Forecaster

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