Alabama and North Escambia face heat advisory and storm risks

A heat advisory is in effect for parts of Alabama and the North Escambia area, with heat index values expected to reach dangerous levels. In central Alabama, the advisory continues through Thursday evening, while southwest Alabama faces an advisory through Friday evening. Heat index values may climb above 105 degrees.

In the North Escambia region, heat index values are projected to peak between 106 and 110 degrees through Thursday. Alongside the extreme heat, there is a risk of afternoon showers and thunderstorms through Friday. While storm chances may ease heading into the weekend, high temperatures are expected to persist.