Midwest Regions Experience Heat Index Over 100 Degrees

Why it matters locally: South Dakota, situated within the Midwest, is currently experiencing the elevated heat index conditions described. These high temperatures combined with humidity pose health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations and those working outdoors across the state.

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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.