Heat, Humidity to Create Dangerous Combination

Heat and humidity will combine to create dangerous conditions throughout the Q101 area today.

Podcast: Hear Mike Nelson's report on the heat advisory, including a sound bite from Gregory Lamberty of the National Weather Service:

Meteorologist Gregory Lamberty of the national weather service says the high humidity will make it more difficult for your body to cool itself. He says the humidity inhibits the evaporation of sweat, and it's that evaporation that cools your body. Lamberty says the heat and humidity combined will result in a heat index of up to 106 degrees today. He suggests staying indoors as much as possible, drinking plenty of water and checking on elderly neighbors and family members, who are even more susceptible to these conditions.