Columbia, S.C.Due to the state’s ongoing dangerously high temperatures, a weather impact alert is still in effect throughout South Carolina this week. News19 has been issuing the notice for four days in a row, and it will remain in effect until at least Thursday.
Triple-Digit Heat Index Across the State
Forecasters predict that during peak hours, which are from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day through Thursday, the heat index could get as high as 114 F. Heat index readings of about 106 F are predicted for Friday, with a more significant drop over the weekend and early next week.
Long periods of time spent outside during the hottest times of the day are risky due to the dangerously high humidity levels, according to meteorologists. Through midweek, statewide heat index readings exceeding 110 F are anticipated.
Heat Advisories and Warnings in Place
Heat advisories have been issued or extended for a number of regions by the National Weather Service:
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Midlands, CSRA, and Pee Dee regions
Under a heat advisory through at least
8 p.m. tonight
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Upstate South Carolina
Heat advisory remains in effect tonight and into tomorrow -
Lowcountry and Grand Strand
Extreme heat warnings have dropped but
heat advisories continue
with feels like temps of
105 F to 108 F
This indicates that there is now a heat advisory in effect for almost all of South Carolina.
Heat Safety Tips to Follow
Residents are advised to take additional measures as the extreme heat wave persists, particularly during the afternoon peak hours of 1 to 5 p.m.:
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Avoid outdoor activity
unless necessary -
Drink plenty of water
, even if you re not feeling thirsty -
Do not leave children or pets in parked cars
, even for a short time -
Check on elderly neighbors
, especially those without air conditioning or limited access to cooling -
Use cooling centers
if needed and monitor for signs of heat exhaustion
If the severe heat pattern continues, the National Weather Service may issue more advisories or warnings.
Relief Coming Soon?
Forecasters stress that the heat will remain dangerous until the weekend, when cooler air is expected to offer some respite, even though a brief break is anticipated beginning Friday night.
During this period of intense heat, residents are encouraged to follow local weather updates and take the appropriate precautions to stay cool and safe.
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