Extreme Heat Watch

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values around 100 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values around 105 possible.

* WHERE...Augusta and Rockingham Counties.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Thursday morning through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dangerous heat may linger into Saturday. Prolonged extreme heat could impact power, water, and transportation systems.