A heat advisory is in effect for most of Georgia, excluding the northeast mountain counties, due to a dangerous heat index. m. The heat index is expected to reach up to 109 degrees, prompting concerns about heat-related issues.

Residents are advised to take precautions such as drinking plenty of fluids and limiting outdoor activities. Further information on the heat advisory and related weather conditions is available from Severe Weather Team 2 on Channel 2 Action News, including an extreme heat warning for neighboring Alabama counties.