Heat Advisory Extended Through Wednesday Evening for Cumberland and Sampson Counties
An updated advisory from the National Weather Service extends heat precautions through 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
4 reports on this incident · first at Aug 18, 2026, 4:45 p.m. ET
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Aug 18, 2026, 5:48 p.m. ET
Heat Advisory in Effect for Cumberland and Sampson Counties Wednesday, 11 AM to 8 PM
A Heat Advisory is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, for Cumberland and Sampson counties, according to the official advisory record issued by the National Weather Service Raleigh NC at 1:44 PM EDT on August 18, 2026.
The same record shows a first Heat Advisory remaining in effect until 8 PM EDT this evening. Together the advisories cover 2 zones in Cumberland and Sampson Counties, including Spring Lake, Roseboro, Hope Mills, Fayetteville, and Clinton.
The advisory record states that heat index values are expected to reach up to 105. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
The record advises residents to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. It calls for extra precautions outside, lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limiting strenuous activities to early morning or evening. It also says to take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the record notes that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency, the record states: call 9 1 1.
Aug 18, 2026, 5:30 p.m. ET
Heat Advisory Runs Until 8 PM Wednesday in Cumberland, Sampson Counties, Including Fayetteville and Spring Lake
A Heat Advisory is in effect for Cumberland and Sampson counties in North Carolina from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, according to the advisory record issued by National Weather Service Raleigh NC. The record was issued at 1:44 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, and covers two forecast zones.
The advisory expires at 8 PM EDT Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026. After that hour, the advisory is no longer in force unless the National Weather Service issues a new one.
The record lists the affected area as Cumberland and Sampson Counties, including the cities of Spring Lake, Roseboro, Hope Mills, Fayetteville, and Clinton.
The advisory record states that heat index values up to 105 are expected, and that hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
The same record advises people to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors; to take extra precautions when outside; to wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing; and to try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. It says to take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the record notes, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency, the record says: call 9 1 1.
The advisory record notes that a first Heat Advisory ran until 8 PM EDT on the evening of issuance, and that this second Heat Advisory covers 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
Aug 18, 2026, 4:45 p.m. ETFirst report
National Weather Service Issues Heat Advisory for Cumberland and Sampson Counties
The National Weather Service Raleigh NC has issued a Heat Advisory for Cumberland and Sampson Counties, a situation that remains open and developing. The advisory covers two zones and includes the cities of Spring Lake, Roseboro, Hope Mills, Fayetteville, and Clinton.
The Heat Advisory is in effect on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, beginning at 11 AM EDT and expiring at 8 PM EDT. An earlier Heat Advisory was set until 8 PM EDT this evening. The National Weather Service stated that heat index values are expected to reach up to 105, and hot temperatures combined with high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Official guidance from the National Weather Service advises residents to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Those outside should wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing, limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening, and take action if symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke occur. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency and individuals should call 9 1 1.
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