Heat wave on the way for the Midlands this week

Columbia, SC (AP) -- Some of the hottest weather of the summer Is heading for South Carolina.

Forecasters say temperatures in the mid-to-upper 90s on Monday will only be a preview of the oppressive heat coming Tuesday and Wednesday, when the National Weather Service is forecasting highs near 100 in the Upstate, with the humidity making it feel like 105 or hotter.

It may feel even hotter in the rest of the state Tuesday, with the combination of heat and humidity making the heat index top out at 105 to 110 degrees for much of the afternoon.

Forecasters say heat advisories or warnings will likely be necessary. A heat advisory already is in effect Monday for Allendale, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper counties, where the heat index may reach as high as 108.

Please take a moment to be sure the people close to you are not in any danger for the heat. 


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