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Heat Advisories Expected to Continue in Memphis Area This Week

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a heat advisory in effect through 8 p.m. today. A second advisory will go into effect tomorrow at noon, according to the agency.

Additional heat headlines are expected to be issued throughout the week as temperatures remain high. Authorities advise residents to practice heat safety and check on vulnerable populations.

The weather service recommends staying hydrated, avoiding strenuous activity during peak heat hours, and seeking air-conditioned environments when possible.

Residents are encouraged to monitor local updates and heed any new advisories issued during the heat wave.

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Jon R Myers

Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.

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