Heat wave persists in Mid-South through Tuesday, officials warn

The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, issued a heat advisory for most of the Mid-South on Sunday as an ongoing heat wave continues through Tuesday.

Additional advisories and warnings are expected Monday and Tuesday, according to the NWS. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activity and check on neighbors, especially vulnerable populations.

Officials emphasized that the risks of heat illness increase with prolonged exposure. The peak danger is anticipated on Tuesday, as the heat remains intense across the region.

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