A Heat Advisory has just been issued for Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Livingston, and Ontario counties from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday. Heat index values will reach the mid-90s, combining high temperatures with humidity that'll make it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.
This is the timeframe when heat-related illness becomes a real risk. Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours. If you're working outside or exercising, take frequent breaks in shade or air conditioning, drink plenty of water, and watch for signs of heat exhaustion like dizziness, nausea, or excessive fatigue in yourself and others.
Check on elderly neighbors and anyone without reliable air conditioning. Make sure children and pets aren't left in vehicles. The advisory lifts at 8 p.m. Thursday as conditions ease.