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Delaware braces for 108-degree heat index!
14 Jul
Summary
- Heat advisory and extreme heat watch issued for Delaware.
- Heat index values could reach up to 108 degrees Wednesday.
- Temperatures will drop to mid-90s on Thursday.
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch for New Castle County and a heat advisory for the rest of Delaware. These alerts are active on Wednesday, July 15, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., with forecast heat index values potentially reaching 106 degrees. Kent County could experience heat index values up to 108 degrees, while New Castle County anticipates 106 degrees, and Sussex County around 104 degrees.
This period of intense heat is expected to be short-lived, with temperatures dropping back into the mid-90s statewide on Thursday. This contrasts with the heat dome experienced in late June and early July. The National Weather Service defines a heat advisory for dangerous heat not meeting warning criteria, an extreme heat watch for favorable conditions, and an extreme heat warning for expected dangerous heat.
Heat-related illnesses, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke, are serious concerns. Young children, older adults, those with chronic medical conditions, and pregnant women are particularly vulnerable. To stay safe, it is advised to drink plenty of water, wear light-colored clothing, avoid outdoor activities, and stay in air-conditioned spaces.
