The NWS Pittsburgh has moved parts of North Central West Virginia from a Heat Advisory to an Extreme Heat Warning.
As shown in the graphic below, the Extreme Heat Warning line is slightly east of I-79 with Morgantown and Fairmont both within the Extreme Heat Warning area.
The Extreme Heat Warning runs until 2200 (10 PM) on Friday. (Thunderstorms, if they occur could reduce temperatures on Friday.)
The difference between a Heat Advisory and an Extreme Heat Warning is important.
“A heat advisory indicates that conditions are likely to cause heat-related illnesses if precautions are not taken, while an extreme heat warning signifies that dangerously high heat is expected or occurring, requiring immediate action to protect health.” — Source: National Weather Service
You’ve heard the precautions. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities, keep hydrated and stay in air conditioning if possible.
Jeff, WB1AAL