Headline:
Heat Advisory issued August 17 at 1:23PM EDT until August 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 10:23am
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108.
* WHERE...In Georgia, Lincoln and McDuffie Counties. In South
Carolina, Edgefield, Fairfield, McCormick, Newberry, Northern
Lancaster, Saluda, and Southern Lancaster Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
Instruction:
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Area Description:
Lincoln; McDuffie; McCormick; Newberry; Fairfield; Edgefield; Saluda; Northern Lancaster; Southern Lancaster
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov