national weather serviceWith extreme hot temperatures expected to continue today and tomorrow, the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Perry.

The heat advisory will be in effect from 1 to 8pm today. With the advisory, the National Weather Service anticipates regular temperatures to be in the upper 90s and the heat index could be over 100-degrees. Officials say heat illnesses could be possible today. They recommend drinking plenty of fluids, staying in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun and limit work outdoors. If doing work outdoors, take frequent breaks in shady areas and drink lots of water. Heat illnesses are more susceptible for children and the elderly.