Heat Advisory for Scott, Campbell, Morgan and Other East Tennessee Counties Until 8 PM EDT Friday
The National Weather Service warns that afternoon heat index values could reach 105 degrees in parts of East Tennessee, posing a risk of heat illness until 8 p.m. EDT Friday.
2 reports on this incident · first at Sep 2, 2026, 2:10 p.m. ET
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Sep 2, 2026, 2:10 p.m. ETFirst report
Heat Advisory Issued for East Tennessee Counties
The National Weather Service in Morristown, Tennessee, has issued a Heat Advisory for Anderson, Campbell, Knox, Morgan, North Sevier, Northwest Blount, Scott, and Union counties in East Tennessee. The advisory is in effect from 1:00 p.m. EDT Thursday, September 3, through 8:00 p.m. EDT Friday, September 4, 2026.
According to the advisory, afternoon heat index values are expected to reach or exceed 100 degrees across much of the area, with some locations peaking around 105 degrees. The advisory warns that hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Officials recommend drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. The advisory was issued at 1:58 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, September 2.
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