A Heat Advisory remains in effect for New Castle County and surrounding areas until 8 PM tonight, with dangerous heat index values expected to reach 103 degrees.
The National Weather Service issued the advisory for northern Delaware, along with parts of New Jersey and southeastern Pennsylvania, warning that the combination of hot temperatures and high humidity could lead to heat-related illnesses.
Residents are urged to take precautions by drinking plenty of fluids, staying in air-conditioned spaces, and avoiding prolonged sun exposure. Health officials recommend wearing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing and limiting outdoor activities to early morning or evening hours.
Special attention should be paid to elderly relatives and neighbors who may be more vulnerable to heat stress. Warning signs of heat exhaustion include heavy sweating, weakness, and nausea, while heat stroke symptoms include high body temperature and confusion.
For those without air conditioning, help is available by calling 211 or visiting county health department websites to locate cooling centers.
Relief is on the way as a cold front moves through tonight, bringing much less humid conditions this weekend. However, temperatures will still remain near 90 degrees through the weekend.
