Heat Advisory Issued For Cuyahoga County

It’s getting hot out there! Summer is back with a vengeance today as temperatures soar into the 90s. The heat index will be between 100 and 104 degrees this afternoon as unseasonably hot air moves over Cleveland.

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory until 8 p.m. today, so be careful if you’re working or playing outside today.

If you need somewhere to cool off during the day, consider catching a movie at , dipping into before it closes for the season.

Here are a few tips from Westlake Fire Departmetn's Lt. Craig Dayton:

• . This is particularly important for senior citizens as their body’s thirst sensation typically starts to diminish at age 60. Dayton recommends that even if older folks aren’t thirsty, they should continue to drink water throughout the course of the day to ensure they’re hydrated.

• Keep cool. Whether it’s relaxing in the air conditioning or staying in the shade, people should avoid the high temperatures, especially those who are susceptible to hot flashes and heat strokes. If your home or apartment doesn’t have central air, head to the temperature-controlled theaters at or dine in at one of Westlake’s many restaurants.

• Dress lightly. Shorts and short-sleeve shirts are recommended. Avoid heavier fibers like denim and thick cotton that can quickly turn the heat up even more.

• Skip the landscaping work or other rigorous activities. Instead of getting your daily exercise by cutting the grass, pulling weeds or going for a long run, head to Peterson Pool or Huntington Beach and go for a cool swim.

• Apply sunscreen. According to weather.com, the UV index is rated at nine or “very high” for the day. That means your summer tan could quickly turn into a hot sunburn if you don’t apply an extra-strength sun lotion.