Hottest day of the year in store for Georgia

Hottest day of the year in store for Georgia (National Weather Service)

Brace yourselves: Wednesday was the hottest day of the year so far, but today is going to be even hotter.

95.5 WSB’s weather team said high temperatures will reach 97 degrees in Atlanta, but it will feel even hotter.

We’re tracking how high temperatures could climb in your neighborhood on 95.5 WSB.

Here’s what you need to know:

Hottest day of the year in store for Georgia (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)

Along with the heat, the air quality will be poor. There’s a Code Orange air quality alert for metro Atlanta. If you have respiratory issues, please limit your time outdoors today.

Hottest day of the year in store for Georgia (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)

  • The peak of the heat comes between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m.
  • People with breathing issues should avoid being outside for long periods
  • The relief from the heat comes next week

Hottest day of the year in store for Georgia (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)

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