Weather Alert: Heat Advisory continues until 8 p.m. on Wednesday – but relief is on the way

The National Weather Service at Peachtree City has extended the Heat Advisory for the local area until 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, 2025.

According to the NWS, heat index values of 106 expected is expected in portions of central, east central, north central, northeast, northwest, and west central Georgia, including Walton and Gwinnett counties. Actual temperatures are expected to get into the low 90s and that pattern could still last through Thursday and Friday.

Again, it is advising that you Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

The good news, however, is there should be some relief, even if just temporarily, by the weekend. High temperatures in the lower 80s or even just the high 70s can be expected but the cooler weather is likely to come with some showers and thunderstorms.

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, July 28, 2025 for portions of central, north central, northeast and west central Georgia. This includes Walton, Gwinnett and surrounding counties.

According to the NWS, heat index values would be in excess of 108. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. The actual temperature is expected to reach up to 95 degrees.

You are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments.

Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency!