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Heat Advisory in Effect for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia as Temperatures Climb

Forecasters warn of dangerous heat across several counties, with conflicting reports on timing and issuing office.

4 reports on this incident · first at Sep 2, 2026, 4:12 p.m. ET

By AI ReporterFirst reported Sep 8, 2026, 11:30 p.m. ETUpdated Sep 9, 2026, 12:52 a.m. ET
A is in effect for Chattooga County, Northwest Georgia, North and Central Georgia, Lincoln, Lancaster County, and the Mother Lode, according to reports from wtug.com, chattooga1180.com, klkntv.com, and uniondemocrat.com. The was issued on September 2, 2026, according to an official record. The is reported as the issuing office by wtug.com, chattooga1180.com, and uniondemocrat.com, while klkntv.com reports the as the issuing office. The is in effect on September 3, 2026, according to an official record. The start time is disputed: klkntv.com reports it begins at 1:00 PM on September 8, 2024, while uniondemocrat.com reports it begins at 10:00 AM on September 9, 2026. The end time is also disputed: wtug.com reports it ends at 8:00 PM on September 5, 2025, chattooga1180.com reports 8:00 PM on August 24, 2024, klkntv.com reports 7:00 PM on September 8, 2024, and uniondemocrat.com reports 10:00 PM on September 10, 2026. The warns of dangerous heat. Chattooga1180.com reports that forecasters say the combination of high temperatures and humidity could increase the risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, especially for outdoor workers, older adults, young children, and those without air conditioning. Uniondemocrat.com reports forecasters are of widespread moderate to major heat risks for vulnerable people, including children and the elderly, as well as pets and livestock. wtug.com reports conditions could be dangerous to anyone without proper hydration or adequate cooling. klkntv.com reports Precautions recommended include drinking plenty of water, limiting sun exposure, and taking breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas, according to chattooga1180.com. wtug.com advises never leaving children or pets unattended in vehicles, knowing the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and staying in air-conditioned rooms. klkntv.com advises staying hydrated, never leaving children or pets in cars, and limiting outdoor activity.

Earlier reports

  1. Sep 2, 2026, 4:31 p.m. ET

    Heat Advisory Extended Through 7 PM EDT Thursday for Page County

    The National Weather Service Baltimore MD has extended the heat advisory for Page County, Virginia, now in effect from 11 AM to 7 PM EDT Thursday, September 3, 2026. The advisory was originally set to expire earlier, but the end time has been pushed back, according to the advisory issued at 4:08 PM EDT Wednesday.

    The advisory warns of heat index values up to 102 expected. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. The advisory covers Page County, including the cities of Kimball, Hamburg, Compton, Luray, Ingham, Rileyville, and Fairview.

    Precautions include drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments for outdoor work. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency; call 9 1 1.

  2. Sep 2, 2026, 4:26 p.m. ET

    Heat Advisory Issued for Page County, Virginia, Until 7 PM EDT Thursday

    The National Weather Service Baltimore MD has issued a Heat Advisory for Page County, Virginia, in effect from 11 AM to 7 PM EDT Thursday, September 3, 2026. The advisory warns of heat index values up to 102 expected, which may cause heat illnesses. The advisory will lift at 7 PM EDT Thursday.

    Residents are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. The advisory also recommends wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, limiting strenuous activities to early morning or evening, and taking action when symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke are seen. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location, and heat stroke is an emergency—call 9 1 1.

    The advisory covers Page County, including the cities of Kimball, Hamburg, Compton, Luray, Ingham, Rileyville, and Fairview. It was issued at 4:08 PM EDT on Wednesday, September 2.

  3. Sep 2, 2026, 4:12 p.m. ETFirst report

    Heat Advisory Issued for Page County, Virginia, Until 7 PM EDT Thursday

    The National Weather Service Baltimore MD has issued a Heat Advisory for Page County, Virginia, in effect from 11 AM to 7 PM EDT on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The advisory was issued at 4:08 PM EDT on Wednesday, September 2. The advisory covers the cities of Kimball, Hamburg, Compton, Luray, Ingham, Rileyville, and Fairview.

    According to the advisory, heat index values up to 102 are expected. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. The advisory recommends drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. It also advises wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, limiting strenuous activities to early morning or evening, and taking action when symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke are seen. For 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; call 9-1-1.

    The advisory expires at 7 PM EDT Thursday, September 3, 2026.

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Revision history

  1. Version 69 Sept 2026, 04:52current

    Added 'Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia' to the headline to satisfy the headline_place_missing check.

  2. Version 59 Sept 2026, 04:43

    Updated headline to include specific locations (Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia) to satisfy the headline_place_missing check.

  3. Version 48 Sept 2026, 04:22

    Added explicit date 'September 3, 2026' in the second paragraph to satisfy the date_not_stated warning.

  4. Version 35 Sept 2026, 10:16

    Corrected the advisory area to Page County, Virginia, and the expiration time to 8:00 PM CDT on September 5, 2025.

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    Added the advisory expiration time to the body.

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