106 Heat Index Tuesday, Heat Advisory Issued For Mooresville

MOORESVILLE, NC —Heat and humidity will blanket the greater Charlotte metro region Tuesday, the National Weather Service predicts, with the "feels like" temperature soaring past to 106 degrees.

While the forecasted high in the Mooresville region will be around 96 degrees, it could feel like 106 degrees on Tuesday, the weather service said. Heat index values — what the temperature feels like to people as heat and humidity combine — around 106 degrees are expected through 8 p.m. Tuesday, the NWS said.

A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for portions of the piedmont of North Carolina, as well as the Rock Hill, South Carolina region.

Communities covered by the heat advisory include: Statesville, Mooresville, Farmington, Fork Church, Mocksville, Advance, Salisbury, Charlotte, Concord, Kannapolis, Monroe, Trinity, Indian Trail, Weddington, Catawba, Rock Hill, Chester, Cornwell, and Great Falls.

The high heat and humidity pose the risk of illness. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors, the National Weather Service said. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing.

Residents, especially those with underlying health conditions, are urged to plan ahead for the extreme heat event. Prolonged exposure to the high temperatures and humidity can cause heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion or cramps — and heat stroke in severe cases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a list of symptoms to watch for and what to do in situations of heat stroke, heat exhaustion and heat cramps.

Health officials say you should stay inside during the heat wave, limit exposure to the sun, drink plenty of water and wear loose, lightweight and light-colored clothing. Residents should also check on neighbors with health issues or those without air conditioning.

Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency and you should call 9 1 1.

Here is the National Weather Service weather forecast for the next week:
Today (July 21)
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 96. Heat index values as high as 104. South southwest wind 5 to 7 mph. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76. South wind 3 to 7 mph. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Wednesday (July 22)
A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 103. South southwest wind 5 to 7 mph. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Wednesday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9pm, then a slight chance of showers between 9pm and 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. South southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Thursday (July 23)
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 2pm and 5pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Thursday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Friday (July 24)
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before noon, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between noon and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 91. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Friday Night
A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Saturday (July 25)
A chance of showers between 10am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Saturday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 73.
Sunday (July 26)
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92.
Sunday Night
A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74.

Deb Belt, Patch Staff, contributed