UPDATED: Temps to reach 100 degrees on Friday, Saturday

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Northern Virginia experienced near record heat last week. Stay tuned. It's about to get hotter.

A Heat Advisory remains in effect for 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and the National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for the area for Saturday morning through evening. The service warns that the area will experience temperatures from the high 90's to 100 degrees with heat index values up to 110 degrees.

"An excessive heat watch means that a prolonged period of hot temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are possible," NWS said.

Experts suggests that residents take precautions if spending time outdoors, including:

  • Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water
  • Dress in lightweight and loose-fitting clothes
  • Make attempts to remain inside in air-conditioning
  • Know the signs and symptoms of heat stroke
  • Limit physical activities
  • Check in on relatives and neighbors

Furthermore, scattered  thunder showers are expected to develop Friday through Monday due to a stalled front. Some of these storms could be severe and feature damaging wind gusts and large hail.

Temperatures will remain in the high 90's through Independence Day.

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