The heat index is expected to reach as high as 102 on Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service which has issued a heat advisory for the region.
The advisory will be in place from noon until 3 p.m. Thunderstorms that could produce damaging wind gusts are also expected later in the afternoon into the evening.
Approximately 1,220 people in the United States are killed by extreme heat every year, according to the Northern Kentucky Health Department. The department has issued the following tips for staying safe during the heat:
- If it isn’t necessary to go outside, don’t
- If you don’t have air conditioning, take a trip to places that do, such as a mall or movie theater–>check out some of the region’s public cooling centers here
- If you have to work outside, slow down and take lots of water breaks
- Wear light and loose-fitting clothing
- Drink plenty of water, even if you’re not outside
- Check on your neighbors and family
- Don’t forget your pets. Make sure they have plenty of water, and keep them inside in the air conditioning
- Be prepared for power outages