August 28, 2024 - High Heat and Heat Index

Temperatures are expected to remain in the 90s throughout the day (Wednesday, Aug 28), with real feel temps up to 105 degrees.

Fluvanna County Emergency Management will continue to monitor temperatures and weather. Alerts will be sent in the event of hazardous conditions.

Open gym at Carysbrook Gym is canceled today, as is pickleball.

Need to get out of the heat?

The Fluvanna County Library is open:

  • Monday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Thursday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Sunday: Closed

The Pleasant Grove House Museum is open:

  • Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
  • Saturday & Sunday 9am - 6pm

Stay cool - Stay hydrated - Stay informed!

Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year. Check in with friends and relatives who fall in one of these populations (below), especially if they don’t have air conditioning.

  • Young children and infants are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illness and death, as their bodies are less able to adapt to heat than are adults. 
  • Older adults, particularly those with pre-existing diseases, take certain medications, are living alone or with limited mobility who are exposed to extreme heat can experience multiple adverse effects.
  • People with chronic medical conditions are more likely to have a serious health problem during a heat wave than healthy people.
  • Pregnant women are also at higher risk. Extreme heat events have been associated with adverse birth outcomes such as low birth weight, preterm birth, and infant mortality, as well as congenital cataracts.

It is NEVER safe to leave a child, disabled person, or pet locked in a car, even in the winter. If you have a toddler in your household, lock your cars, even in your own driveway. Kids play in cars or wander outside and get into a car and can die in 10 minutes!

Fluvanna County Emergency Management will continue to monitor local weather conditions, including heat advisories and warnings and will take appropriate action to safeguard those most vulnerable to heat exposure throughout the coming days and the entire summer season.

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