More extreme heat today

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 13 July 2016 at 12:00 am

Bikes are set by a tree at Holley’s Canal Park on Monday when about 700 cyclists passed through the county on the annual Cycling the Erie Canal event.

Today will be another hot day with temperatures reach to reach a high of 93. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Orleans and other western and central New York counties.

“Heat and humidity will combine today to produce Heat Index values in the mid to upper 90s.

“Please exercise caution with outdoor activities during peak heat today. Stay hydrated and never leave kids or pets unattended in vehicles.”

Other highs for the next few days include 85 on Thursday, 81 on Friday and 79 on Saturday.