Heat Advisory: Your Guide to West Alabama's Peak Heating Times

Hot conditions and humidity will continue across West Alabama. The National Weather Service in Birmingham has extended its Heat Advisory until Wednesday, July 22 at 9 p.m.

The following West Alabama counties are under the advisory: Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Jefferson, Lamar, Pickens, Sumter, Tuscaloosa, and Walker.

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Expected Heat Index Values for West Alabama for Wednesday, July 22

Here are the forecasted heat index values from the National Weather Service in Birmingham.

Bibb: Heat index values as high as 107.

Fayette: Heat index values as high as 105.

Greene: Heat index values as high as 105.

Hale: Heat index values as high as 105.

Lamar: Heat index values as high as 106.

Pickens: Heat index values as high as 106.

Sumter: Heat index values as high as 106.

Tuscaloosa: Heat index values as high as 105.

Walker: Heat index values as high as 105.

Timeframes when West Alabama Feels-Like Temps will be 99 °F and Higher

Here are the forecasted timeframes from Time and Date Weather where the 'feels-like' temp will be 99 °F and higher,

Bibb: Noon to 6 p.m.

Fayette: Noon to 6 p.m.

Greene: Noon to 7 p.m.

Hale: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Lamar: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Perry: Noon to 7 p.m.

Pickens: Noon to 6 p.m.

Sumter: Noon to 7 p.m.

Tuscaloosa: Noon to 6 p.m.

Walker: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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