West Alabama Heat Advisory: Peak Heat Hours and Heat Index Values

West Alabama residents can expect soaring heat index values through the weekend. This risk level places our area under moderate to major heat conditions.

Currently, the National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Heat Advisory for West Alabama and additional counties in the Yellowhammer State. The advisory is in effect today, Wednesday, August 12, from 1 p.m. until 9 p.m.

The Townsquare Media Weather Center will continue to monitor conditions for any extensions of the heat advisory.

Peak heat is forecast to occur between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. across West Alabama. The combination of hot temperatures and humidity will make it feel even hotter, so be sure to plan ahead.

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Expected Heat Index Values for Today and Tomorrow

Bibb:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 105.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 107.

Fayette:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 105.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 107.

Greene:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 104.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 106.

Hale:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 104.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 106.

Lamar:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 104.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 105.

Perry:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 104.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 105.

Pickens:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 106.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 109.

Sumter:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 106.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 109.

Tuscaloosa:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 103.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 107.

Walker:

Wednesday: Heat index values as high as 105.

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 109.

Precautionary & Preparedness Actions from the NWS

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing when possible, and drink plenty of water.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.  Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911.

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