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Heat advisory in place across Kansas

KANSAS (KSNT) – A heat advisory is in place across the state of Kansas as the heat index is expected to enter the triple digits.

On Friday, Aug. 15, the National Weather Service (NWS)issued a heat advisory that will start at 1 p.m. and last until 8 p.m. on Saturday. The NWS predicts heat index values will be around 103 degrees.

27 News Meteorologist Ely Millard says the forecasted high on both days is 95 and 96 degrees.

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The NWS says the high heat could cause cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk, the NWS recommends wearing light loose-fitting clothing, avoiding strenuous activities and take action if you experience symptoms of heat stroke. The NWS says to call 911 if someone starts to have heat stroke.

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Map courtesy of the National Weather Service of Topeka.

The heat advisory is in place for the following counties:

  • Republic
  • Washington
  • Marshall
  • Nemaha
  • Brown
  • Cloud
  • Clay
  • Riley
  • Pottawatomie
  • Jackson
  • Jefferson
  • Ottawa
  • Dickinson
  • Geary
  • Morris
  • Wabaunsee
  • Shawnee
  • Douglas
  • Lyon
  • Osage
  • Franklin
  • Coffey
  • Anderson

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