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Heat and potentially severe storms Thursday
The temperatures crank up to near 90 today. With the heat comes the chance for severe thunderstorms this afternoon.
DETROIT (FOX 2) - A stretch of potentially dangerous heat is coming to Michigan next week.
This week ends with highs around 80 before the temperatures spike and stay there for days.
Beginning Monday, highs will be in the low to mid 90s for the entire week. And it will feel even hotter. Heat indices will climb to the mid to upper 90s.
According to the National Weather Service's HeatRisk chart, Southeast Michigan will fall into the major risk category on Monday, meaning that those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration will be impacted by the heat. Impacts are likely in some health systems, heat-sensitive industries and infrastructure.
Tuesday, that risk increases to extreme.
Preparing for extreme heat
With prolonged heat coming, the NWS recommends preparing now.
Make sure you have food, water, and medication, so you can avoid spending too much time outside. Also, find out where cooling centers are near you in case you lose power or cannot keep your home cool. The NWS also suggests rescheduling outdoor events.
VIEW: Metro Detroit cooling centers
Once you're done preparing yourself for the weather, check on friends and family members to see if they need any help.
When the heat arrives, continue to check on loved ones. Also, be sure to drink plenty of water and stay inside as much as possible.
Metro Detroit cooling centers: Where to stay cool during heat wave
With a stretch of 90-degree days coming, cooling centers are open around Metro Detroit.
Recognizing heat-related injuries
- Heat cramps: symptoms include muscle pains or spasms in stomach, arms or legs. Remedy: get to a cooler location, remove clothing and hydrate.
- Heat exhaustion: symptoms include heavy sweating, weakness and nausea. Remedy: lie down, take a cool bath and hydrate.
- Heat stroke: symptoms include a high body temperature, hot, dry skin, no sweating and a rapid pulse. Remedy: call 911 and cool down until help arrives.
Dehydration signs
According to Mayo Clinic, signs of dehydration vary based on age.
Dehydration in an infant or young child
- Dry mouth and tongue
- No tears when crying
- No wet diapers for three hours
- Sunken eyes, cheeks
- Sunken soft spot on top of skull
- Listlessness or irritability
Dehydration in an adult
- Extreme thirst
- Less frequent urination
- Dark-colored urine
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Confusion
When to see a doctor
Contact a doctor if you or your child:
- Has had diarrhea for 24 hours or more
- Is irritable or disoriented and much sleepier or less active than usual
- Can't keep down fluids
- Has bloody or black stool
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