Potentially Dangerous Heat Across NJ

Camden County, Woodbridge Township, and several other local governments have  issued heat alerts for the hours between noon and 7:00pm. The predict a peak heat index of 98. The high temperatures are the same across New Jersey. 

The heat has caused train delays and can cause heat stroke or heat exhaustion in what are called the "dog days" of summer. 

The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook concerning the heat wave encompassing Eastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and all of New Jersey. They're also predicting severe thunderstorms later in the week. 

Residents should contact their municipality to find cooling centers in their areas. Health and Human Services advise taking special care of babies and seniors, who are affected most severely by extreme heat.

Click here for the National Weather Service's complete list of warnings and tips for staying cool and safe in the heat, or here for Patch's tips for surviving the Dog Days.