Heat Advisory Issued for Central North Carolina
Central North Carolina counties are once again under a heat advisory on Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., due to high heat index values, according to the National Weather Service in Raleigh.
Raleigh Durham, NC, August 20, 2026 —
Central North Carolina counties are scheduled to be under a heat advisory on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service in Raleigh.
The advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This period is expected to experience high heat index values, contributing to the advisory.
The National Weather Service office located in Raleigh is the source of this information. Further details regarding specific counties included in the advisory were not provided in the summary.
Heat index values are a measure of how hot it feels to the human body, taking into account both air temperature and relative humidity. High heat index values can pose health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations.
Residents in affected areas are advised to take precautions during the advisory period. Specific recommendations for heat safety were not detailed in the provided summary.
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