Lexington, Kentucky has activated Phase One of its Heat Plan as the heat index is forecast to reach 95 degrees. The activation, which runs from June 10 to June 11, triggers a series of actions across the city to protect residents.

Heat Plan Details

The heat index combines temperature and humidity to approximate how hot it feels outside. The Division of Emergency Management encourages all residents to take precautions when outdoors, especially during the late morning through the afternoon.

The city said it will monitor the heat index and expand options and resources as necessary. More information about handling extreme heat is available at BeReadyLexington.com/extreme-heat

Original reporting: WTVQ (Lexington) — read the source article.