Weather

A break is in sight

Submitted by John Bryant, Community Blogger

Sunday, August 7th, 2011, 8:54pm

No one will dispute the fact that it has been unbearably hot of late. I do have good news though.

We only have to get through one more day before some relief heads our way. I am forecasting a high of 99 Monday with a heat index close to 110.

By Tuesday however, a front will drop the high temperature into the low or middle 90s, which yes is still hot, but better.

Rain is possible every day this week but I don't believe it will rain everywhere everyday.

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It's raining!

Submitted by Jeramia Trotter, WMCTV.com

Friday, August 5th, 2011, 11:04am

Rain is moving through the Mid-South and it's cooling things down (well, at least a little).

Show us how you and yuor family are enjoying the cooler temperatures by sending us pictures or videos.

Just email them to My5@WMCTV.com and they may be featured on-air or on Action News 5's Your Neighborhood websites.

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Mid-South boils under heat wave

Submitted by John Bryant, Community Blogger

Sunday, July 31st, 2011, 9:33pm

The Mid-Soth will be in the grip of a major heat wave this week. Temperatures are forecast to touch 100 with heat index numbers as high as 110 degrees, possibly even higher.

Overnight lows should struggle to fall below 80 degrees.

Please drink plenty of water and listen to your body if you begin to feel dizzy.

Photo courtesy Flickr user timsamoff.

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Lightning Hazards & Safety Tips For All Seasons

Submitted by Tim Van Horn, Meteorologist

Saturday, July 16th, 2011, 8:30pm

Lightning Hazards & Safety Tips For All Seasons

It is summertime and that means lots of outdoor recreational events, including a variety of adult & youth sports and activities. Coaches, parents, officials & fans should be aware that many leagues and venues institute what’s called the “30/30″ rule in regards to lightning.

Whether you're outside for work or for play, click here to get the scoop on that rule as well as other lightning safety info.

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Don't forget to offer your postal worker some water

Submitted by John Bryant, Community Blogger

Sunday, June 19th, 2011, 9:01pm

Don't forget to offer your postal worker some water

If you don't know your mail carrier it's never a bad idea to show a quick smile and express a hello.

It would also be nice to offer them some water during the Mid-South's hot summers, especially this one.

It's funny but, technically it's not yet summer. Doesn't seem right does it?

Photo courtesy Flickr user bradleygee.

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Flood plan worked for Mid-South

Submitted by Michael Phillips

Friday, June 17th, 2011, 6:13am

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said its plans to protect people from the Great Flood of 2011 worked.

The corps also said their flood predictions were just below what they had anticipated.

At a news conference Thursday, the corps revealed several teams of engineers are evaluating the levee system which was tested like never before.

The corps is also forming an inter-agency task force, to see how different federal agencies can aid in recovery and repair.

Photo submitted to My5.

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Car interiors can rise to dangerous temperatures

Submitted by John Bryant, Community Blogger

Sunday, June 12th, 2011, 10:22pm

Even though, technically, summer has not arrived yet it has certainly felt like it.

One thing everyone should consider this time of year if you have children: never, ever forget to leave them in the car, even for a brief minute.

The inside of vehicles can heat up in a hurry, and the temperature can soar to well over 130 degrees inside. It doesn't take long for something serious to occur in the heat for a child.

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