CHARLOTTE — So far, this summer has been the fourth-hottest on record in Charlotte.
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Using data collected through Sunday, Severe Weather Center 9′s Keith Monday says summer 2024 has been the hottest first half of summer since 1993 — more than 30 years ago.
The record for the hottest first half of the season was set in 1986.
Highs Monday approached 100 degrees, which nearly tie a record high that was set way back in 1893. The heat index was above 100 degrees and Anson, Chesterfield, Richmond, Stanly and Union counties are under Heat Advisories.
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Fortunately, we’ll get some short-term relief coming our way late week.
In the meantime, take extra precautions for outdoor plans as you can get overwhelmed quickly, even by late morning. The heat and humidity put a lot of stress on your body.
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