Extreme Heat Warning: Bell; Harlan; Elliott; Morgan; Johnson; Wolfe; Magoffin; Floyd; Lee; Breathitt; Knott; Owsley; Perry; Clay; Leslie; Letcher; Martin; Pike

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Extreme Heat Warning — Bell; Harlan; Elliott; Morgan; Johnson; Wolfe; Magoffin; Floyd; Lee; Breathitt; Knott; Owsley; Perry; Clay; Leslie; Letcher; Martin; Pike Severity: Severe. Certainty: Likely. * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions are expected for several consecutive days with afternoon heat index values exceeding 105 degrees and only limited relief at night. * WHERE...Portions of east central, northeast, and southeast Kentucky. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An extended period of hot and humid conditions will commence - with the most oppressive conditions expected on Thursday.