Heat Advisory Likely Throughout Weekend

With temperatures in the 90s on Friday and continuing to be high throughout the weekend, residents need to be prepared to take it easy.

According to the National Weather Service, a heat advisory will be in effect in the La Grange area until Midnight tonight. A high of 91 is expected today, which means you shouldn't forget your sunscreen if you're going to be outside, especially because UV radiation levels are expected to be higher than average as well. 

A high amount of humidity is one reason for taking extra caution. At the day's hottest point, temperatures are more likely to feel like 105 degrees F. 

Here are some tips for staying safe and cool:

• Take care of strenuous activities in the early morning or late evening when the sun is lower and the temperatures go down.
• Avoid alcohol and caffeine if you're in the sun and carry around a bottle of water to stay hydrated. 
• Check the National Weather Service's UV Index, which will let you know if radiation levels are higher than average.
• Wear a high SPF sunscreen.