A heat advisory has been issued for counties in southcentral Pennsylvania, including Adams, Lebanon and York, for Tuesday, July 29 and Wednesday, July 30, according to the National Weather Service.
It warns that heat index values could reach 104 degrees.
The advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. today through 8 p.m. Wednesday, the weather service says.
A heat advisory has been issued for Tuesday, July 29 and Wednesday, July 30 for south-central Pennsylvania. With the humidity, it could feel up to 104 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
The forecast calls for the heat and humidity on Tuesday and Wednesday with the highs in the mid-90s.
Temperatures are expected to drop into the 80s on Thursday as rain moves in, according to the weather service.
How to stay cool in the heat
The weather service offers these tips to help stay cool in the heat and prevent illness:
Drink plenty of fluids, including water, and avoid alcoholic beverages.
Plan strenuous activities during the coolest times of the day, such as in the morning or the evening.
Wear lightweight, loose fitting, and light-colored clothing to help stay cool.
Eat light meals, such as salads and fruit, that are easier to digest.
Turn on the air conditioner or go some place that offers A/C, such as a mall or the library.
Use a portable fan to remove heat from a room or to pull in cooler air.
Take cool baths or showers.
Keep children, people with disabilities, the elderly, pets and others safe during extreme temperatures.
This article originally appeared on York Daily Record: York, Adams and Lebanon counties under a heat advisory: NWS