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Heat Advisory Issued for Central Virginia, Bartholomew County

A Heat Advisory is in effect for central Virginia and Bartholomew County until 8 p.m. EDT Wednesday, September 3, with officials warning of heat illnesses.

4 reports on this incident · first at Aug 25, 2026, 1:46 a.m. ET

By AI ReporterUpdated Sep 2, 2026, 9:23 a.m. ET
A has been issued for central Virginia and Bartholomew County, according to the and the National Weather Service. The warns that The is in effect from 10 AM to 5 PM AST, according to the National Weather Service, and will lift at 8 p.m. EDT on , September 3, 2025. The covers portions of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, including zones. The was issued at 1:34 AM AST on August 25, 2026. Forecasters expect peak heat index values of around 105 degrees each afternoon, with limited relief overnight, according to mojo1029.com. WTVR reports afternoon highs will push into the upper 90s to near 100 degrees, with heat index values approaching 103 to 107 degrees. Officials advise drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. They recommend wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, limiting strenuous activities to early morning or evening, and taking action when symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke appear.

Earlier reports

  1. Aug 25, 2026, 2:23 a.m. ET

    Heat Advisory Starts at 10 AM AST for San Juan and Vicinity, Northeast, Southeast

    The National Weather Service in San Juan has issued a heat advisory for Tuesday, August 25, starting at 10 AM AST and lasting until 5 PM AST. The advisory covers portions of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, including 13 zones such as San Juan and Vicinity, Northeast, Southeast, Eastern Interior, North Central, Ponce and Vicinity, Northwest, Mayaguez and Vicinity, Southwest, Culebra, Vieques, St. Thomas... St. John... and Adjacent Islands, and St. Croix.

    Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. The advisory was issued at 1:34 AM AST on August 25.

    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. When outside, wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action if you see symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke, and monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

  2. Aug 25, 2026, 1:53 a.m. ET

    Heat Advisory Issued for San Juan and Vicinity, Northeast, Southeast Through 5 PM AST Tuesday

    The National Weather Service in San Juan has issued a Heat Advisory for portions of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, effective from 10 AM to 5 PM AST on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. The advisory covers 13 zones, including San Juan and Vicinity, Northeast, Southeast, Eastern Interior, North Central, Ponce and Vicinity, Northwest, Mayaguez and Vicinity, Southwest, Culebra, Vieques, St. Thomas... St. John... and Adjacent Islands, and St. Croix.

    According to the advisory, hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. The level of heat is expected to affect most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. The National Weather Service advises drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. It 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.

    The advisory is in effect until 5 PM AST this afternoon.

  3. Aug 25, 2026, 1:46 a.m. ETFirst report

    Heat Advisory Issued for San Juan and Vicinity, Northeast, Southeast Starting 10 AM AST

    The National Weather Service in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has issued a Heat Advisory for August 25, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM AST. The advisory begins at 10 AM AST this morning and remains in effect until 5 PM AST this afternoon. It covers portions of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, including 13 zones such as San Juan and Vicinity, Northeast, Southeast, Eastern Interior, North Central, Ponce and Vicinity, Northwest, Mayaguez and Vicinity, Southwest, Culebra, Vieques, St. Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands, and St Croix.

    According to the advisory, hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. The advisory states that this level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. The National Weather Service advises drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. They also recommend taking extra precautions when outside, wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limiting strenuous activities to early morning or evening. The advisory urges people to take action when they see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and to monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

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Revision history

  1. Version 42 Sept 2026, 13:23current

    Added the advisory's end time (2025-09-03T20:00:00-05:00) to the dek and body so readers know when it lifts.

  2. Version 31 Sept 2026, 00:02

    No changes from previous version.

  3. Version 231 Aug 2026, 23:56

    Added end time (8:00 PM AST September 3, 2025) to body. Added place names (San Juan and Vicinity, Northeast, Southeast) to headline.

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