We are officially in a heat wave. That according to News 8 meteorologist Josh Nichols who says we meet the definition of a 'heat wave' with a 3rd consecutive day in the 90s on Monday, which is in the forecast.
The 'heat index,' a term reflecting how it feels with the humidity, has topping 100 degrees over the last few days.
The 'excessive heat warning' has been canceled for counties including Monroe, Livingston, Genesee and Orleans, but those counties still have a heat advisory in place until 10pm Monday.
The excessive heat warning remains in effect for Ontario and Wayne Counties until 10pm on Monday.
The high temperature will be in the upper 80s or low 90s through the week before we finally see a break next weekend.
There’s also a little rain in the forecast, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms late Monday afternoon.
The National Weather Service notes that consecutive days of dangerous heat and humidity will bring an increased risk for heat related illness. The elderly, very young, and those with heart and respiratory conditions that don`t have access to air conditioning are especially at risk during long lasting heat waves.
Experts advise that you drink plenty of fluids...stay in an air-conditioned room...stay out of the sun...and check in on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. And when possible...reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren announced that the city’s Cool Sweep Heat Emergency operations will continue on Monday.
During a Cool Sweep Heat Emergency, R-Centers and libraries are opened to serve as cooling centers, hydrants are opened, and hours at Genesee Valley Park Pool and Durand Eastman Beach are extended.
Cool Sweep and Cool Sweep Heat Emergency details can be found at www.cityofrochester.gov/coolsweep
