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Extreme Heat Warning from SUN 1:00 PM CDT until TUE 9:00 PM CDT
Heat index values could reach 110 degrees, with officials warning of increased heat-related illness and dehydration risks.
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for the Omaha metro area from 1 PM Sunday to 9 PM CDT Tuesday, warning of dangerously high temperatures and significant heat risks.
Affected areas include Douglas and Sarpy Counties in Nebraska, plus Fremont, Mills, Montgomery, Page, and Pottawattamie Counties in the neighboring state, where forecasters expect heat index values reaching 105 to 110 degrees.
Residents face increased risks of heat-related illnesses, including heat stress and dehydration, while difficulty cooling homes overnight remains a concern with minimum heat index values in the upper 70s and low 80s.
Officials emphasize never leaving children or pets in unattended vehicles, and safety tips include drinking plenty of fluids, staying in air-conditioned environments, and avoiding direct sunlight.
Warm conditions persist today with potential thunderstorms tonight and tomorrow; the National Weather Service advises residents to stay informed on weather updates as extreme heat may prompt future advisories.