In case you haven’t noticed, it’s really hot out there. And it is, improbably, about to get hotter.
The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings for the start to next week for Arlington and the D.C. area.
Monday’s high is currently predicted to be 99, while it’s expected to tick up even higher, to at least 100, on Tuesday. That’s before storms potentially arrive Wednesday, which has an expected high of 95, and cool things down.
An earlier Excessive Heat Watch for Tuesday was upgraded to a warning on Monday.
More, below, from the National Weather Service.
1255 PM EDT Mon Jul 15 2024
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING…
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY…* WHAT…During the Excessive Heat Warnings, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values around 110 expected.
* WHERE…Portions of central, northeast, northern and southern Maryland, The District of Columbia and central and northern Virginia.
* WHEN…For the first Excessive Heat Warning, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Excessive Heat Warning, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS…Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Very warm and humid conditions will persist into the overnight hours, adding heat stress to those without air conditioning. Ensure to stay hydrated and find ways to stay cool.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Have a plan to stay hydrated and cool today with very hot and humid conditions expected. Scattered thunderstorms are possible this afternoon that could pose a risk of a locally damaging wind gust. Looking on the horizon, the heat will break by Thursday. pic.twitter.com/aXfUQgj5xi
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) July 15, 2024
Outdoor Arlington parks and rec activities between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m., meanwhile, have been cancelled Monday due to the heat. A similar cancellation is likely Tuesday.
Excessive Heat Warning – Outdoor Programming Canceled on Mon., July 15
On Mon., July 15, all Parks & Recreation and partner outdoor programming (including league practices and games) between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. at County outdoor facilities will be canceled. pic.twitter.com/LKBkiQh7ZK
— ARL VA Parks & Rec (@arlparksrec) July 15, 2024
