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Extreme Heat Warning Thursday
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Key Points:
- Baltimore faces an Extreme Heat Warning from Thursday through Friday, with temperatures soaring into the 100s and high humidity making it feel about 10 degrees hotter, prompting health and safety alerts.
- Governor Wes Moore declared a State of Preparedness to mobilize resources and protect residents, urging people to stay hydrated, cool, and check on vulnerable populations during the heatwave.
- The Baltimore City Health Department issued a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert from Wednesday through Saturday, while schools and universities are adjusting operations or closing to mitigate heat risks.
- The heatwave will continue into the weekend with increased chances of showers and thunderstorms, some potentially severe, which may impact holiday events like fireworks.
- Residents are advised to recognize symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, seek immediate medical help if needed, and stay updated through local news and weather alerts.
