49 Storm Team Forecast: A sizzling swamp
Story by Alex Harrington
Originally published 04:54 p.m., July 19, 2008
Updated 04:54 p.m., July 19, 2008
This summer has been relatively cool, Kansas speaking. That will change tomorrow. The combination of high heat and humidity will create dangerously hot conditions across all of Northeast Kansas.
Tonight: Still swampy. Lows around 72 F. Generally light, non-cooling winds.
Sunday: Oppressive heat and humidity. Highs near 97 F. Heat index values as high as 105 F. Light south winds.
Sunday night: A slow cool to swampy lows near 73 F. Light winds.
Monday will be another terribly warm day, with highs in the middle-to-upper 90's and high humidity. There is an outside chance of a few thunderstorms, especially northeast, Monday night. Computer models are hinting at some instability thunderstorms, those storms that just build with the heat of the day, Tuesday through Friday. These storms will be very isolated in nature, but may still dump a lot of rainfall for those who do see them. They will also add more humidity to the air, making localized areas feel even hotter.
Take it easy this weekend: drink plenty of water, wear loose, light-colored clothing and take frequent breaks from outdoor activities. Be sure to check frequently on the young, elderly and the sick. Also, make sure your pets have plenty of water, and a place to go to beat the heat too!
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