First excessive heat warning issued in Miami-Dade

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Florida. – The first excessive heat warning was issued for Miami-Dade County on Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.

The advisory is for Miami-Dade County from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and an extreme combination of heat and humidity will send the heat index up to 112 degrees.

According to Local 10 News meteorologist Brandon Orr, this is the highest heat index ever recorded for Miami.

The NWS also extended a heat advisory for Broward County through Monday night. The heat and humidity are expected to send the heat index up to 110 degrees.

This means that dangerous heat is expected and it will be important to take the proper precautions to stay safe.

After this advisory expires, a heat advisory will be in effect from 7 pm Sunday to 7 pm Monday for temperatures up to 108 degrees.

The National Weather Service issues a heat advisory when a heat index of 105 degrees or higher is expected for at least two hours.

According to the NWS, high temperatures and high humidity can cause heat-related illness.

People are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, and stay out of the sun if possible.

“Small children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances,” the NWS states on its website. “Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outdoors. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities for the morning or evening.”

Any person overcome by heat should be moved to a cool, shady place. If you think someone is experiencing heat stroke, call 911.

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