Active AlertsSouthern Orange

What: For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 113 expected. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 117 expected.
Where: Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Louisiana and southeast Texas.
When: For the Heat Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Wednesday.
Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.