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National Weather Service observations at Lehigh Valley International Airport show the heat index entered the triple digits Monday morning. What’s that mean? Well, it’s hot, of course — as anyone can ...

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When the humidity is high, the sweat doesn't evaporate as quickly and the body doesn't cool itself as well. Therefore, the body feels warmer. The heat index represents the heat you're feeling outside.

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For many people, summer is their favorite time of year. However, summer also brings the risk of dangerous heat waves.

Humidity impairs the body’s ability to release heat, more so in older people, said Dr. Rene Roberts, family medicine physician at Oak Street Health. “As we age, the body changes.

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Humidity impairs the body’s ability to release heat, more so in older people, said Dr. Rene Roberts, family medicine physician at Oak Street Health. “As we age, the body changes.