The Severe Weather Center reports there are Heat Advisories and Excessive Heat Warnings in effect over a widespread area. The Southwest Regional News story reports the forecast high today of 95 degrees in San Antonio,Tex., will be the first 95-degree day this year.By this date last year, the city had recorded more than 65 days of 95 degrees or higher.While temperatures over the next several days reach near and above 100 degrees, intense humidity will create RealFeel® temperatures that will make it feel even hotter and more uncomfortable. Conditions could be brutal for the final major of the 2007 men's professional golf season.The 89th PGA Championship begins Thursday at the Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Okla. High temperatures near or above 100 degrees will bake the fairways and greens,while excessive humidity will produce unbearable conditions for the players and spectators.Extreme care should be exercised to counteract the effects of the heat. Drink lots of water,wear loose and light-colored clothing, avoid strenuous activity and stay in air conditioned buildings.The elderly,small children and chronically ill are especially vulnerable to the heat.Children and pets should never be left in cars, even for a few minutes.Family members and neighbors should check of the elderly and infirm, or anyone who lives in a non-air conditioned residence.http://www.accuweather.com/news-top-headline.asp?partner=accuweather&traveler=0
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