Heat will be dangerous today through Saturday with heat index values ranging between 102-110. Today and tomorrow will be the hottest days of the week as air temperatures will range from the mid 90s to around 100. Kansas City has not had a 100 degree day in 1753 days (almost 5 years!) making it the second longest stretch on the 130-year record.
The forecast high for Kansas City today is 99 degrees so the streak could be broken today. If you need to be outdoors today (and the next couple of days), try and limit the time outdoors, wear light colored and light weight clothing, take frequent breaks preferably in the shade, and drink plenty of water. also, check on the elderly and those with respiratory issues as they will be most sensitive.
If you do not have access to air conditioning find a cooling center...locations and hours can be found by calling the United Way at 2-1-1. Also, bring those pets in as this extreme heat will affect the fur babies as well. Stay safe everyone!
