The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for most of Georgia south and east of I-85 from 11 a.m. Sunday through this evening.
Heat index values of over 105º are expected in this area, including Stephens, Banks, Franklin, and Elbert Counties locally. Farther northwest, heat index values in the 95-104º range are expected.
Remember to avoid hard labor outside during peak heating and stay hydrated.
This heat will result in the development of some afternoon thunderstorms.
In addition to the Heat Advisory, the Storm Prediction Center has also placed much of Northeast Georgia under a marginal (level 1/5) risk for severe storms.
Stay weather aware and stay cool Sunday!
