Bring on the Heat! Temps Expected to Soar into Triple Digits Today

A heat advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service station in Chanhassan for the entire Metro area and large swaths of central Minnesota today, with the heat index expected to climb over 100 degrees.

The heat advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m., with record-setting temperatures possible.

"Another round of near-record temperatures will affect the region on Monday as southwest winds bring a plume of hot air across the Upper Mississippi River Valley," according to the National Weather Service's warning.

While humidity levels will "not be oppressive," the NWS forecasts actual temperatures to approach or exceed 100 degrees.

The normal range of temperatures for this time of year is the mid-80s.

Elevated temperatures can cause health risks, including a heightened risk of heat stroke, and health officials are urging residents to remain hydrated and take extra precautions if extended outdoor activity is planned.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments, and anyone overcome by the heat should be moved to a shaded or climate-controlled area.

Residents are also encouraged to check in on their neighbors, particularly the elderly and those with health conditions.