West Alabama Heat Advisory: See When It Will Feel the Hottest

The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Heat Advisory for many counties in Central and West Alabama. This advisory is in effect from Monday, July 20, at 10 a.m. through Tuesday, July 21, at 9 p.m.

Remember that hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

West Alabama Counties Under the Heat Advisory

Bibb: Heat index values as high as 105

Fayette: Heat index values as high as 106

Greene: Heat index values as high as 105

Hale: Heat index values as high as 106

Lamar: Heat index values as high as 109

Pickens: Heat index values as high as 106

Sumter: Heat index values as high as 105

Tuscaloosa: Heat index values as high as 106

Walker: Heat index values as high as 106

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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.

When ‘Feels Like’ Temps Will Be Above 100 °F in West Alabama

To help you prepare for the day, here are the time frames when the feels-like temperature will reach 99 °F or higher in West Alabama, according to Time & Date Weather.

Bibb: Noon – 6 p.m.

Fayette: Noon – 6 p.m.

Greene: Noon – 7 p.m.

Hale: Noon – 7 p.m.

Lamar: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Perry: Noon – 5 p.m. (This county was not included in the Heat Advisory)

Pickens: Noon – 6 p.m.

Sumter: Noon – 7 p.m.

Tuscaloosa: Noon – 6 p.m.

Walker: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Precautionary & Preparedness Actions from the NWS

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