The sun rises over farmland in the northern part of Lancaster County Thursday morning, August 12, 2021.
Ty Lohr / LNP | LancasterOnline
It could feel like 101 degrees in Lancaster County as heat wave continues
By LNP | LancasterOnline
Ty Lohr / LNP | LancasterOnline
The sun rises over farmland in the northern part of Lancaster County Thursday morning, August 12, 2021.
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More sweltering temperatures already broke a Monday high in Lancaster County, and the heat could tie or break other records this week.
With highs in the mid to upper 90s in the forecast, it could feel even hotter outside.
National Weather Service in State College reported Monday’s high at Lancaster Airport reached 98 degrees, tying the ninth-hottest temperature the weather agency has recorded on that date since 1999.
The high at Millersville University reached 97, breaking the old record of 95 degrees set in 1929 at the campus.
#LaborDayWeekend ended on a record-breaking note at @millersvilleu! Today’s high of 97F broke the old September 4th record of 95F from 1929. It was also the hottest day of the year so far! pic.twitter.com/76DPAf0YDj
— MU Weather Center (@MUweather) September 5, 2023
Temperatures will stay in the mid to upper 90s through Thursday, according to NWS. The heat index values− a measure of what the human body experiences when humidity is combined with the air temperature − could reach 101 on Tuesday and 102 on Wednesday.
NWS has not issued heat advisories or warnings for Lancaster County or central Pennsylvania as of 9:23 a.m. Tuesday.
The chance for rainy weather will return Thursday and persist into the weekend. The weekend’s highs will gradually drop back to the 80s.
If you have to go outside, here are some tips to stay safe:
– Drink plenty of fluids.
– Stay out of the sun and keep to air-conditioned rooms.
– Check in on relatives and neighbors who may be susceptible to extreme heat.
– Make sure pets have plenty of fresh water and shelter from the sun.
– Never leave children or pets in unattended vehicles.
– If you have to work outside, schedule strenuous activity for the early morning or evening. Wear lightweight and loose clothing.
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