Weather agency warning for Tuesday, July 9

ROANOKE, VA – Tuesday will be dangerously hot again. In some areas, heat index values ​​will reach 43 degrees. For this reason, we have issued a weather warning day for Tuesday, July 9.

Temperatures will be between 35 and 40 degrees across most of the region, but combined with humidity, it will feel significantly hotter. It will be hottest between 2 and 5 p.m., before some showers and thunderstorms develop in the late afternoon and evening.

Remember that heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths. It can surprise anyone and severely affect those who are particularly vulnerable. When extreme heat strikes, be sure to remember these important things:

– Drink enough

– Keep pets safe and off the sidewalk

– Check on your loved ones

– Never leave people or pets in a hot car

– Take frequent breaks in the shade when outdoors

– Familiarize yourself with the symptoms of heat-related illnesses