Temperatures are soaring again this morning under mostly clear skies.
The mercury is up to 94F at the Birmingham Airport. That is a couple of degrees ahead of yesterday.
Dew points are relatively low, in the lower 60s. They will drop back into the 50s this afternoon. This means that humidity will not be a huge factor, but it is just downright hot. The temperatures are dangerous by themselves. A temperature of 100-106 is deadly by itself, even without the humidity.
Check on friends, family and neighbors that might be vulnerable to the heat. Try to avoid outside exposure. If working or playing outside in the heat, take frequent breaks and drink plenty of water. Wear loose fitting and light colored clothing. Make sure pets have shelter and plenty to drink.
We will top out in the 105F range in Birmingham today. Tuscaloosa may be at 107F, which would tie their all time high.
Today will mark the ninth consecutive day with temperatures at or above the century mark in Birmingham, which will break the old record set during the 1980 heat wave.
