Heat will continue to build across parts of the South ahead of scattered strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, according to weather officials.
Heat index values are forecast to exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit statewide, with some areas in southeast Arkansas and northwest Mississippi reaching heat illness thresholds of more than 105 degrees, the National Weather Service said.
A Heat Advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. local time for affected areas. Authorities urge residents to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged outdoor activity, and be prepared for possible severe weather conditions later today.
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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