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Mid-South Faces Week of Persistent Heat, Limited Relief

Hot conditions are forecast to persist throughout the Mid-South through the next week, with limited relief expected, according to weather reports.

Afternoon highs are expected to climb back into the 100s as early as Sunday. Heat index values could range from 100 to 111 degrees, the National Weather Service said.

Residents are advised to stay hydrated and take precautions against heat-related illnesses during the prolonged heatwave.

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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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