Avon Headed to Near-Record Heat Monday

This is the weather we dreamed about as the snows fell and the ice formed.

Summer. Shorts weather. Sun and fun. Being able to go outside without having to bundle up or shovel a path.

As of noon Monday, the temperature in Avon was 91 degrees. The forecast calls for the temperature to continue to rise, going up to a high of around 91. The record for today is 93, set in 1980.

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Here are five things to know about beating the heat in Avon today:

1. We've got great tips from an EMH doctor for .
2. If you have to go out today, leave Fido at home. Cars get dangerously hot, even with the windows open. And leaving your dog in a car in this heat could be considered animal cruelty, a second-degree misdemeanor in Avon's codified ordinances. If your dog is outside, make sure it has access to shade and fresh water, and keep an eye out for signs of trouble such as rabid breathing, panting, or staggering.
3. Need to hit the beach? Fortunately, we live near several, including , and .
4. Cool your inside with ice cream or another frozen treat. You've got plenty of choices in Avon, including , , and . Want a frosty beverage? Try a coffee drink or smoothie at , or . If you're out and about today, it's Free Slurpee Day at 7-11. The nearest ones are Lorain, Lakewood and Cleveland.
5. Keep an eye on the skies. We're under a severe thunderstorm watch until 5 p.m.