COLUMBUS, Ohio — Central Ohio is under a Heat Advisory as heat indices forecasted temperatures to be over 100 degrees on Thursday.
The Heat Advisory is in effect from noon to 9 p.m. as Thursday is anticipated to be one of the hottest and most humid days of the summer.
Earlier, several parts of central Ohio were under a Flood Watch when heavy rain and storms rolled through the region. The advisory ended at 11 a.m.
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Earlier, several parts of central Ohio were under a Flood Watch when heavy rain and storms rolled through the region. The advisory ended at 11 a.m.
Some of the storms brought gusty winds and heavy rain that could have led to localized flooding in some spots. The rain diminished after sunrise and the skies begun to clear this afternoon.
Officials are encouraging central Ohioans to seek out places that have air conditioning, such as community centers and libraries.
Columbus Public Health offered advice on ways to stay healthy and safe in hot weather:
- Drink plenty of water. Do not wait until you are thirsty.
- Stay in air conditioning whenever possible. If you do not have an air conditioner, use movie theatres, malls, libraries and other public places that are cool.
- Avoid beverages with alcohol, caffeine and sugar because they will dehydrate you.
- Eat light meals.
- Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
- Avoid strenuous activities and limit them to morning and evening hours.
- Learn the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses and how to treat them.
- Check on family members, friends and neighbors.
- Never leave people or pets in a closed car.
