Heat Advisory Issued for Glynn County as Feels-Like Temps Near 109°F
Heat index values could approach 109°F in Glynn County, Georgia, on Sunday afternoon as a Heat Advisory runs from noon to 5 p.m. EDT.
BRUNSWICK, GEORGIA — The National Weather Service office in Jacksonville, Florida, issued a Heat Advisory for Glynn County on Sunday, warning residents that heat index values could reach as high as 109 degrees Fahrenheit during the afternoon hours.
The advisory, issued at 11:51 p.m. EDT Saturday, June 27, covers both Coastal Glynn and Inland Glynn Counties. It took effect at noon Sunday and remained in place until 5 p.m. EDT Sunday, June 28.
Who Is Affected
The advisory applies to residents and visitors across both Coastal Glynn and Inland Glynn Counties in southeastern Georgia. The combination of high temperatures and elevated humidity is driving the dangerous heat index readings, according to the National Weather Service.
Officials warn that hot temperatures paired with high humidity can cause heat-related illnesses, particularly for people spending time outdoors or in spaces without air conditioning.
Heat Illness Risks
The National Weather Service cautioned that the conditions during the advisory window carry a real risk of heat illnesses. Prolonged exposure to heat index values near 109 degrees can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke, especially for vulnerable populations including the elderly, young children, and those with certain medical conditions.
Residents are advised to limit outdoor activity during the peak afternoon hours, drink plenty of water, and check on neighbors or family members who may be at elevated risk.
What to Do
The NWS recommends that people take precautions throughout the duration of the advisory. Those who must be outside should wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing, take frequent breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas, and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.
Cooling centers and public air-conditioned facilities can provide relief for those without access to home cooling. Residents can contact local emergency management or city services for information on nearby cooling locations.
The Heat Advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, Florida, which covers the Glynn County region of coastal Georgia.
