The Colony Heat and Air Quality Alert: Highs Near 100F - Sep 1, 2 PM

*As of Sep 1, 2 PM local time.*

Extreme Heat and Air Quality Concerns

Residents of The Colony should remain vigilant as an active Air Quality Alert is in effect. The current afternoon air temperature stands at 95F, with a feels-like value of 97F. Relative humidity is 37%, and the dew point is 64F.

Winds are currently calm at 0 mph, with gusts reaching 10 mph, while the sky remains mostly cloudy. This combination of high heat and air quality issues requires careful attention to personal health and outdoor activities.

Today's Forecast and Evening Outlook

Today’s high temperature is expected to reach near 100F, with heat index values potentially climbing as high as 107. The low will be near 78F. There is a slight chance of rain showers after 4pm, with a 10% chance of precipitation overall.

Southeast winds will blow around 5 mph. Tonight, the sky will be mostly clear, and temperatures will drop to around 78F. A slight chance of rain showers exists before 7pm.

Heat index values may reach 104, and southeast winds will range from 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow's Conditions and Safety Reminders

Tomorrow will begin sunny with a high near 97F. Temperatures may fall to around 93 in the afternoon. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible after 1pm.

Heat index values could reach 105. East southeast winds will be 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tonight, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a 30% chance of precipitation.

New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch are possible. Given the extreme heat and air quality alert, it is crucial to stay hydrated, limit midday exertion, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Avoid unnecessary outdoor activity during peak heat hours.

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Sources

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