Duluth, MN – Residents across Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin are bracing for a surge of high temperatures and humidity this week, with the most dangerous conditions expected on Friday. The National Weather Service is urging residents to take precautions as heat advisories may be needed for much of the region.
According to the US National Weather Service in Duluth, temperatures are set to become very warm on Thursday, with maximum heat indices ranging from the mid-80s to near 100°F in some areas. The hottest and most humid conditions are forecast for Friday, when moderate to major heat impacts could affect a large portion of Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. The heat is anticipated to linger into Saturday, particularly in northwest Wisconsin.
Friday’s forecasted heat risk includes cities such as Duluth, Grand Rapids, Hibbing, and Superior, WI, with projected maximum heat indices reaching into the 90s and low 100s. The National Weather Service notes that heat advisories may be required Thursday in parts of Minnesota and Friday for most of the Northland, especially as humidity levels rise.
The agency advises all residents to stay hydrated, avoid strenuous outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and check on vulnerable individuals such as children and the elderly. Local emergency services are preparing for an increase in heat-related calls and are reminding the public of the dangers of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Meteorologists warn that heat can be especially dangerous for those without access to air conditioning, and local cooling centers may be opened if conditions worsen. Updates on advisories and safety recommendations will be provided as the situation develops.
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