An extreme heat warning and heat advisory are in effect through 8 p.m. Sunday in Memphis, Tennessee, according to the National Weather Service.
The alerts come as prolonged above-average temperatures and minimal rainfall persist across the region. Officials warn that these conditions increase the likelihood of a rapid onset drought by the end of August.
Residents are advised to take precautions to stay safe in the heat, including staying hydrated and avoiding prolonged outdoor activity during peak temperatures.
The National Weather Service continues to monitor conditions and will provide updates as necessary.
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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