Alabamians will face another hot, humid day that rolls into the evening, increasing heat stress for residents.

Our area is still under a “Major” heat risk as soaring ‘feels-like’ temperatures could reach up to 107 °F. These conditions could be dangerous to anyone without proper hydration or adequate cooling.

Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911.

A Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Birmingham remains in effect through Saturday, September 5 at 8 p.m.

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West Alabama Hot Weather Outlook

When ‘Feels-Like’ Temps Soar Above 100 °F & Expected Heat Index Values

Bibb

Forecasted High: 98 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 106 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Fayette

Forecasted High: 98 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 107 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Greene

Forecasted High: 97 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 105 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Hale

Forecasted High: 97 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 104 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Lamar

Forecasted High: 99 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 109 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Perry

Forecasted High: 98 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 104 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Pickens

Forecasted High: 97 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 106 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sumter

Forecasted High: 97 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 105 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Tuscaloosa

Forecasted High: 96 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 106 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Walker

Forecasted High: 97 °F

Expected Heat Index Value: 109 °F

Hottest Timeframe of the Day: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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Precautionary & Preparedness Actions from the NWS

  • NEVER leave young children or pets unattended in vehicles
  • Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
  • Drink plenty of fluids
  • Stay in an air-conditioned room
  • Stay out of the sun
  • Check up on relatives and neighbors
  • Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside
  • Reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening
  • Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing when possible

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

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