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Extreme Heat Warning for Columbia, MS - Click for Details
...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
Expires: August 21, 2026 @ 8:00pm
WHAT
For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values in excess of 110 degrees expected and up to 115 degrees possible.
WHERE
Portions of northeast Louisiana and central, south central, southwest, and west central Mississippi.
WHEN
From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM CDT this evening.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

Humidity: 100% Dew Point: 79°
Wind: N 0 mph Visibility: 10 mi
Pressure: 1018 mb
Conditions as of 8:15am

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Highs level off around 101 under partly cloudy skies with a slight chance for scattered thunderstorms.

Lows dip down to about 72 under clearing skies with a chance for scattered thunderstorms early.

Highs around 102 under mainly clear skies.

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