7:30 A.M. AUG. 16: One more day to go for the Excessive Heat Warning in Las Vegas valley. High temps will be just shy of records today.
Not a record, but today's 109° is 7° above-average. Excessive Heat Warning set to expire at 8:00 PM. pic.twitter.com/pHivb5zV1a
— Justin Bruce (@just1nbruce) August 16, 2019
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6:30 A.M. AUG. 15: The Excessive Heat Warning is still in effect. Temps were in the 80s earlier this morning but are on the rise.
Temperatures in the 80s as the sun comes up. Get outside while you can! pic.twitter.com/VRfC7jPSTm
— Justin Bruce (@just1nbruce) August 15, 2019
9 P.M. 13 Action News Meteorologist Dani Beckstrom says to expect highs around 110° on Thursday!
Potentially dangerous heat continues through the end of the week with highs well above the seasonal average of 102°. I know, I know... Vegas is always hot in August. But highs land near 110° tomorrow, so please take the Excessive Heat Warning seriously! @KTNV pic.twitter.com/NTBkoNMGlZ
— Dani Beckstrom (@danibeckstrom) August 15, 2019
6:30 P.M. 13 Action News Meteorologist Dani Beckstrom has a weather forecast update as the Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect for the Las Vegas valley.
7:45 A.M. If you or someone you know need a place to cool off, additional cooling stations have been opened because of the excessive heat warning.
Due to the #ExcessiveHeatWarning in Las #Vegas and Southern Nevada, additional cooling stations are being opened to give people places to escape the hot temperatures. Locations with asterisks can accommodate pets. #VegasWeather pic.twitter.com/vLIv6QS7OR
— Clark County Nevada (@ClarkCountyNV) August 14, 2019
6:45 A.M. Meteorologist Justin Bruce has some great suggestions on what to eat to help keep you hydrated also.
Veggie emojis and their 💦 content. Eat these to keep hydrated!
🥒 96%
🥬 96%
🍅 94%
🍆 92%
🥦 91%
🥕 87%
— Justin Bruce (@just1nbruce) August 14, 2019
These fruits will also keep you from drying out.
🍓 92%
🍉 92%
🍈 (cantaloupe) 90%
🍑 88%
🍊 87%
🍍 87%
🍎 84%
🍇 81%
🍒 81%
(Technically it’s just the fruits and veggies specifically above 85% that keep you hydrated, but I love 🍎🍇🍒 and they can’t hurt.)
— Justin Bruce (@just1nbruce) August 14, 2019
6 A.M. Here are some tips on how to protect your children from the excessive heat today. Does your child's school take any special precautions? Let us know!
5:30 A.M. Here's some advice from Chopper 13. It's definitely important to stay hydrated when it is super hot outside. Don't forget to drink while you are inside too!
I drink Jet Oil to help keep my engine and other moving parts cool and lubricated. With the excessive heat over the next few day be sure to drink plenty of water to help keep you cool and hydrated. pic.twitter.com/LrmNzsWPDE
— Chopper13 (@KTNVChopper13) August 14, 2019
Here's some more advice from Meteorologist Justin Bruce.
Goes without saying, but:
🔴Reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
🔴Hydrate, wear light and loose clothing.
🔴Most vulnerable: those outside, those without air conditioning, young children, elderly, those with chronic ailments.
— Justin Bruce (@just1nbruce) August 14, 2019
5 A.M. AUG. 14: Today isn't staring out so bad but that's going to change. The Excessive Heat Warning goes into effect at 8 a.m.
Near 110° this afternoon so we've got an Excessive Heat Warning. Lather, rinse, repeat Thursday and Friday. pic.twitter.com/SkxlYRXSzS
— Justin Bruce (@just1nbruce) August 14, 2019
An excessive Heat Warning has been issued for the Las Vegas valley for 8 a.m. Wednesday to 8 p.m. Friday, according to National Weather Service.
On Tuesday 13 Action News meteorologist shared an update on what the upgrade from a Heat Watch to a Heat Warning means for the valley. Watch her update below.
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