Forsyth County under heat advisory as temperatures top 100s

Heat index values of 106 to 112 degrees were expected across Forsyth County under a heat advisory through 8 p.m. Monday, with outdoor workers, older adults and young children at higher risk. The National Weather Service in Peachtree City issued the advisory Sunday, June 28, and the hottest conditions were expected to continue across North Georgia and the Atlanta metro area.

Forsyth County’s forecast called for a high near 95 with heat index values as high as 104, and the heat was expected to build through the weekend into next week with afternoon highs in the 90s and heat index readings over 100. A Heat Advisory covers dangerous heat conditions that do not reach warning criteria but still create a serious threat for anyone spending time outside or without reliable cooling.

Older adults, young children, people with chronic medical conditions and outdoor workers are at higher risk of heat-related illness. Heat stroke can cause death or permanent disability if emergency treatment is not provided, and early action is critical when someone becomes confused, stops sweating, faints or cannot cool down.

Residents should postpone strenuous outdoor activities, drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks in the shade and stay in air conditioning when possible. People working outside should take breaks in shade or air conditioning and stay hydrated as temperatures climbed. Heat alerts are based on heat index, which combines temperature and humidity, and use local criteria to help the public and decision-makers respond.

Forsyth County Government urged residents to sign up for Alert Forsyth emergency notifications for time-sensitive weather alerts. The service is available by email, phone call and text message.