* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions will continue for several consecutive days with afternoon heat index values exceeding 105 degrees and only limited relief at night.
* WHERE...Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Kentucky.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An extended period of hot and humid conditions continue - with the most oppressive conditions expected on Thursday.