There is a heat advisory in effect for our region beginning today, 6/17/24 and continuing through Friday, 6/21, at 8:00pm. Click here to view heat risk maps for our region. This extreme heat is especially dangerous to people under the age of 5 and over the age of 65, people with certain medical conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure, people on certain medications for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation, and those that work or exercise outside. Click here for more information on heat related illnesses, prevention tips, how to respond to a heat-related emergency, and resources. Stay safe!