(Southwest Iowa) The National Weather Service extended the Heat Advisory for southwest Iowa until 7 p.m. on Friday.
Heat index values could reach 103 degrees. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
The advisory was extended due to the prolonged heat and limited overnight relief, with warm lows expected.
Residents are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors.
