The Heat is On !!

From KRBC Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner ...

Summer-like heat is the big weather story the rest of the week. Highs both Thursday and Friday will range from 95 to 100 degrees across the KRBC viewing area.

With temperatures this hot, make sure you stay hydrated, drink plenty of water, wear light colored loose fitting clothing, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen are just a few tips to stay out of the sun's direct ultra-violet rays.

Don't forget the pets! Make sure they have plenty of water and shade.

And every year we hear tragic stories about youngsters left in automobiles in the heat and die as a result. Don't do it! Temperatures inside a car can climb to over 120 degrees in a short amount of time so practice your summer safety tips Thursday and Friday.

The next change to our pattern comes this weekend, just in time for Western Heritage Classic. It looks like a front drops into the area, highs will be closer to 80, instead of 100. A few showers or isolated thunderstorms may try to develop, but the chance looks pretty low. I wouldn't worry about a weekend washout.

Early next week, temperatures return to the upper 80's.