The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from 8 a.m. today through midnight Friday, with heat indexes of up to 109 degrees expected in the state.
Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.
High temperatures today and Friday are expected to be in the middle to upper 90s. This will produce heat index values between 100 and 109 during the afternoon and early evening hours.
Residents are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air conditioning and out of the sun and to check on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.
Those who are working outside or spending time outside should reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments.
For heat related emergencies, call 911.
For more information from the National Weather Service, visit https://weather.gov/ind.
