HUNTSVILLE, AL — Residents in North Alabama and southern Middle Tennessee are under a Heat Advisory as dangerous heat and humidity are expected to push “feels-like” temperatures to 107°F through 7 p.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service in Huntsville.
Communities across the region, including Huntsville, Florence, Cullman, and Fayetteville, are being warned to take extra precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.
Counties Under Heat Advisory
The advisory covers a wide swath of the Tennessee Valley, including:
- Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Morgan, and Cullman counties in Alabama
- Lincoln and Moore counties in Tennessee
Cities like Decatur, Athens, Russellville, and Muscle Shoals are expected to experience oppressive heat and humidity, particularly between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., when conditions will be most hazardous.
Health Risks and Safety Recommendations
Local hospitals and first responders are urging residents to:
- Stay indoors during peak heat hours
- Drink plenty of water
- Wear lightweight and light-colored clothing
- Avoid strenuous outdoor activity
Children, the elderly, and outdoor workers are especially vulnerable to heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Officials also emphasize that pets and children should never be left in parked vehicles, even for a moment.
Schools and Utilities Monitoring Conditions
Schools and municipal offices in Madison and Limestone counties are closely monitoring heat levels and may adjust outdoor activities accordingly.
Regional power companies have also asked customers to conserve energy where possible, as air conditioning demand surges across the area.
More Advisories May Follow
While the current advisory is scheduled to expire at 7 p.m. Thursday, meteorologists caution that additional alerts are possible into Friday if the high heat pattern persists.
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