A declaration of a Heat Health Emergency activates the City's emergency heat programs, which include the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging's (PCA) Heatline, cooling centers, home visits by special field teams, and enhanced daytime outreach for people experiencing homelessness.
According to Meteorologist Chris Sowers, Sunday night will be partly cloudy, warm and humid with a low 81. The heat returns Monday with showers and thunderstorms developing during the afternoon. Some of these could be strong to severe. High 93. Heat index between 96-99.Here are some symptoms to look out for:
Dr. Angelee Gerovasiliou, with the Prospect Park Veterinary Clinic, is reminding pet owners to also be on alert.
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