Hot and humid weather will prevail for the next several days. The hottest days will be Friday and Saturday when air temperatures climb into the middle to upper 90s and afternoon heat index values peak at 100 to 105 degrees. A cold front will bring relief from the heat by Sunday. If working outside this week, be sure to drink plenty of water, wear loose-fitting and light-colored clothing, and take frequent breaks in air-conditioned locations. Be sure to check on those most vulnerable to the heat. including children and the elderly. Provide shade and fresh water for outdoor pets and livestock, and check the backseat of your vehicle when transporting children.

The officials at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management have declared an Air Quality Action Day, IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT WEDNESDAY NIGHT TO MIDNIGHT EDT THURSDAY NIGHT. An Air Quality Action Day for Ozone has been issued. Ozone levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range. Active children and adults, and people with respiratory disease, such as asthma should limit prolonged outdoor exposure. Here are some recommended actions that the public can take: * Walk, bike, carpool or use public transportation. * Avoid using the drive-through and combine errands into one trip. * Avoid refueling your vehicle or using gasoline-powered lawn equipment until after 7pm. * Turn off your engine when idling for more than 30 seconds. * Conserve energy by turning off lights or setting the air conditioner to 75 degrees or above. For additional information, please visit the IDEM Smog page at: https://apps.idem.in.gov/smogwatch

An extended period of hot and humid conditions continues across all of Central Indiana through next weekend. Daily high temperatures around or above 90 degrees with heat index values approaching 100 degrees may be hazardous for sensitive and vulnerable populations. Take extra precautions if spending time outside during peak heating of the day.

An extended period of hot and humid conditions is expected across all of Central Indiana through next weekend. Daily high temperatures in the low to mid 90s with heat indices approaching 100 during the afternoon hours may be hazardous for sensitive and vulnerable populations. Take extra precautions if spending time outside during peak heating of the day.