Western Kentucky Braces for Prolonged Dangerous Heat Wave

Western Kentucky residents are advised to prepare for a major to extreme heat wave expected to last from Monday through the Fourth of July weekend. Afternoon high temperatures could reach 95-97 degrees Fahrenheit, with heat index values soaring to 105-110 degrees, and possibly 115 degrees in isolated areas. The lack of significant overnight cooling, with temperatures remaining in the mid-to-upper 70s, heightens the risk of heat-related illnesses.