Dangerous Heat Could Move Into Much Of Wisconsin By Wednesday: NWS

WISCONSIN — An excessive heat watch goes into effect Wednesday morning across much of Wisconsin and lasts through Thursday evening as dangerously hot conditions may move into the region, according to the National Weather Service.

Heat index values up to 110 are possible alongside high humidity, the NWS said. The conditions are expected to significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, especially for people working outdoors or doing outdoor activities, forecasters warned.

Parts of east central, south-central and southeast Wisconsin, including Milwaukee, Brookfield, Waukesha and beyond, are under the excessive heat watch.

Wednesday is expected to be the hotter of the two days, the NWS said. During the heat, people should prepare to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on their relatives and neighbors, according to the NWS.

In addition, young children and pets should never be left unattended in a vehicle under any circumstances, especially when hot weather can bring car interiors to lethal temperatures in just minutes, forecasters said.

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