Heat Advisory Issued For Mineola; Temps In The 90s Expected

MINEOLA, NY — Parts of Long Island — including Mineola — are under a heat advisory Friday as temperatures swell into the 90s.

The National Weather Service issues a heat advisory when the heat index, or "feels-like" temperature, is expected to reach 95 to 99 degrees for two or more consecutive days — or 100 to 104 degrees for any length of time.

This heat advisory applies to all of Long Island, with the exception of northwest Suffolk County, forecasters say. It will remain in effect until 8 p.m. Friday.

The highest temperatures and heat indices are expected between 1 and 5 p.m. each afternoon, according to National Weather Service.

Risk of Heat-Related Illness Increases

During periods of extreme heat, people should avoid strenuous activities, drink plenty of water, and wear loose-fitting and lightweight clothing.

The extreme heat affects the body's ability to regulate its internal temperature, which can be dangerous if left untreated. Illnesses associated with extreme heat include heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Officials say they are particularly concerned for children, seniors, homeless individuals, and animals.

Anyone experiencing symptoms of heat illness should immediately get into a cool, shady area to lower their body temperature. For severe heat illness, call 911.

Looking Ahead: Mineola's Weekend Weather Forecast

Forecasters say...

• Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 97. Light and variable wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon.
• Friday night: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 10 p.m. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Northwest wind around 6 mph becoming light and variable. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
• Saturday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a steady temperature around 73. East wind around 14 mph.
• Saturday night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. East wind 8 to 11 mph.
• Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Southeast wind 7 to 10 mph.
• Sunday night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71.