North Carolina Severe Extreme Heat Warning | Effective 07/04/2026 10:00

Headline: 
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 4 at 1:00PM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event: 
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 4, 2026 - 10:00am
Expires: 
July 4, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 107. * WHERE...Alamance, Davidson, Forsyth, Guilford, Person, and Randolph Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Instruction: 
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
Area Description: 
Person; Forsyth; Guilford; Alamance; Davidson; Randolph
Forcast Office: 
NWS Raleigh NC