Midwest Regions Experience Heat Index Over 100 Degrees

Why it matters locally: Ohio, as a state in the Midwest, is directly affected by the hazardous heat index conditions described in this report. Residents and local agencies should be prepared for and responsive to the elevated heat, which can pose significant health risks.

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Regions across the Midwest are experiencing a heat index above 100 degrees. The heat index measures how hot conditions feel to the human body when accounting for both air temperature and humidity. Forecasters have identified these conditions in various areas of the Midwest. The elevated heat index reflects the combined effect of atmospheric temperature and moisture content in the air. Organizations providing weather information continue to track these measurements.