Cool it, South Florida.
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. today for seven southern counties including Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade.
Afternoon high temperatures are forecast to be in the low to mid 90s, but it will feel like it’s actually 105-110 degrees.
The hottest parts will be in much of Glades and Collier counties, and most of Palm Beach County, said meteorologist Shawn Bhatti.
“It’s going to be hot everywhere,” he said.
What won’t help: Stagnant air. On average, there’s a “very weak” easterly wind, less than 5 mph. Without that breeze, it will be hard to get relief.
Some rainfall could help, and there will be a reduction in temperature for those spots lucky enough to see some clouds and thunderstorms. But Bhatti can’t predict which exact areas will get the rain.
Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year, according to the National Weather Service.
According to the office: Young children and infants are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illness and death, as their bodies are less able to adapt to heat than are adults. Also at risk: Older adults, particularly those with pre existing diseases, people with chronic medical conditions, and pregnant women. Extreme heat events have been linked to low birth weight, preterm birth, and infant mortality, as well as congenital cataracts.
Some tips to try to stay cool: Stay hydrated, and don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink fluids and limit your sun exposure. Wear sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat or cap.
Lisa J. Huriash can be reached at lhuriash@sunsentinel.com. Follow on Twitter @LisaHuriash