Heat advisory, heat watch in effect for Horry County on Election Day
Horry County gets heat advisory due to heat index values up to 105 expected Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
The advisory will be in effect from noon until 7 p.m., said meteorologist in Wilmington, N.C.
There is also an excessive heat watch in effect for Tuesday with heat index values up to 114.
Meteorologists recommend hydrating throughout the day, staying in an air conditioned space and avoiding the sun.
Check on family and neighbors and never leave keep kids or animals alone in vehicles, according to the advisory.
This story was originally published June 14, 2022 at 9:38 AM.