The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. today and Friday for portions of Central and South Central Kansas, including the Hutchinson area.

Forecasters warn that heat index values could reach up to 107 degrees during the advisory period both Thursday and Friday afternoons. The combination of high temperatures and humidity may increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, especially for vulnerable populations such as the elderly, young children, and those working outdoors.

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Precautionary measures are strongly encouraged:

Local health officials also advise residents to limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak heat hours and to never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles.

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 </figure>MARC JACOBS Hutch Post&nbsp;The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. today and Friday for portions of Central and South Central Kansas, including the Hutchinson area.Forecasters warn that heat index values could reach up to 107 degrees during the advisory period both Thursday and Friday afternoons. The combination of high temperatures and humidity may increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, especially for vulnerable populations such as the elderly, young children, and those working outdoors.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/697b235a-0a2c-4a66-8b28-4112ddf3c7e5">LINK:&nbsp;&nbsp;ER doctor shares tips on spotting and treating heat illness</a>Precautionary measures are strongly encouraged:<ul>
 <li>Drink plenty of water.
</li><li>Stay in air-conditioned spaces when possible.
</li><li>Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.
</li><li>Check on elderly neighbors, relatives, and others without access to cooling.
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 </ul>Local health officials also advise residents to limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak heat hours and to never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles.

Heat Advisory issued