Paducah, KY – A severe heat wave is expected to hit Kentucky, with temperatures soaring into the 90s and heat index values reaching 100 to 110 degrees early next week. This intense heat, combined with high humidity, has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a heat advisory through Monday.
According to the US National Weather Service in Paducah, the advisory warns of dangerous conditions that could lead to heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and dehydration. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, wear sunscreen, and take frequent breaks in the shade. Additionally, the advisory emphasizes the importance of checking on the elderly and never leaving children or pets in vehicles.
The forecast for Paducah shows temperatures peaking at 92 degrees today, with highs expected to climb to 95 degrees on Sunday and 94 degrees on Monday. The heat will continue through Tuesday, with a forecasted high of 95 degrees. A slight reprieve is expected midweek, with a chance of rain on Wednesday and cooler temperatures in the mid-80s through Thursday and Friday.
