Heat Advisory Tuesday in Annapolis

The heat will reach dangerous levels Tuesday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.

A heat advisory is in effect from 1-7 p.m. Tuesday. The heat index, or “feels like” temperature, is expected to be around 105 degrees.

There’s a risk of heat-related illness for those without air conditioning or those outdoors for an extended period, according to the NWS.

Individuals working outside or spending a lot of time outside should take extra precautions, including

• rescheduling activities for the morning or late evening
• wearing light weight and loose fitting clothing
• drinking plenty of water
• scheduling frequent breaks in shade or air conditioned environments.

Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location, according to the NWS.