ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 Channel 9 has issued a Weather Alert Day for Thursday as dangerous heat and humidity will combine to create potentially hazardous conditions across Central Florida.<\/p>\n
A Heat Advisory is in effect for nearly all of Central Florida from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. <\/p>\n
Temperatures will climb into the low to mid-90s Thursday afternoon, but when combined with the tropical humidity, it will feel much hotter. <\/p>\n
Heat index values will soar above 100 degrees area-wide, with some locations reaching as high as 110 degrees.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019ll be spending time outdoors on Thursday, be sure to take precautions. <\/p>\n
Drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning, and limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day. <\/p>\n
Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles, even for a short time.<\/p>\n
As we head into the afternoon and evening hours, we\u2019ll once again see scattered showers and thunderstorms develop across the area. <\/p>\n
The best chances for rain and storms will be across the eastern half of Central Florida, where sea breeze interactions will help spark storm activity.<\/p>\n
While not everyone will see rain, any storms that develop could bring heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and gusty winds. <\/p>\n
The rain may provide temporary relief from the heat, but it will also add to the muggy conditions.<\/p>\n
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