KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — It's going to be hot Tuesday afternoon, raising the possibility of people developing heat-related illnesses.
Temperatures are expected to reach the mid-90s, while the heat index is expected to rise between 100 degrees and 105 degrees.
The heat index measures what it will most likely feel like outside, so anyone planning to leave their homes should plan a way to stay cool and stay hydrated.
Some quick information about the weather conditions is available below.
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Signs of heat stroke include headaches, dizziness, nausea, confusion and a fast, strong pulse. Anyone experiencing these kinds of symptoms while out and about should immediately find a place to cool down and drink some water. If symptoms are severe enough, they should also call for help.
People should also try to cool down if they start feeling a weak but fast pulse, if they start vomiting, or if they start feeling muscle cramps. Those are signs of heat exhaustion.
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Lows on Tuesday will be around 74 degrees.
There is also a chance for scattered storms Tuesday afternoon into part of Wednesday. Hot weather is also expected to continue into the weekend.