Extreme Heat Warning

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100. For the Extreme Heat Warning, a prolonged period of dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106 expected.

* WHERE...Hancock, Lucas, and Wood Counties.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until noon EDT Tuesday. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from noon Tuesday to 8 PM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. A prolonged period of dangerously hot and humid conditions with little overnight relief is expected through the week, which will increase impacts to vulnerable populations.