The National Weather Service in Memphis announced a slight adjustment to the Heat Advisory that will start at 11 a.m. today. This marks the beginning of a prolonged heatwave in the Mid-South region.
While summer typically brings high temperatures, officials warn that the extended duration of this heatwave poses health risks. Residents are urged to stay cool and hydrated to avoid heat-related illnesses.
The weather service recommends checking their detailed briefing for safety tips and updates. The briefing can be accessed at this link.
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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