Temperatures Expected to Soar This Weekend

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning Central and Southern New Jersey from noon on Friday until 8 p.m. on Sunday. 

Throughout the weekend the heat index is anticipated to reach 105 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. 

Temperatures are expected to soar to nearly 100 degrees on Friday and, and to the mid- to upper-90s Saturday and Sunday, with intermittent rain and thunderstorms.

Basic steps people can take to ensure their safety during hot weather include:

• Stay indoors in air conditioning as much as possible.
• If you do go outside stay in the shade.
• If your home is not air conditioned, spend at least two hours daily at an air-conditioned mall, library or other public place. 
• Wear sunscreen outside, along with loose-fitting, light-colored clothes that cover as much skin as possible
• Drink water regularly even if you are not thirsty.  Limit alcohol and sugary drinks that speed dehydration.
• Never leave children or pets alone in the car.
• Avoid exertion during the hottest part of the day.
• Take a cool shower or bath.
• Be a good neighbor, check on elderly and people with disabilities in your community who may need assistance keeping cool.

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