Jackson, Kentucky – Eastern Kentucky residents are facing dangerous heat through Thursday evening as the heat index climbs to 105°F in several cities, including Jackson, Hazard, and London.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, a Heat Advisory remains in effect until Thursday evening, with maximum heat indices between 100°F and 105°F across the region. Urban areas and valleys will be most impacted, including communities like Pikeville, Prestonsburg, and Corbin. Scattered thunderstorms and increased cloud cover may offer brief relief starting Thursday, though the heat will remain intense until then.
Harlan and Middlesboro are both expected to reach a heat index of 103°F Wednesday and Thursday, while Paintsville and Morehead could hit 104°F. Residents are urged to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours, stay hydrated, and limit strenuous activity. Power usage may spike as air conditioning demand climbs, so conservation is encouraged.
Localized storms could bring cooling relief beginning Thursday afternoon, with broader rain chances expected through the weekend. Roads may become slick during pop-up storms, and residents should monitor for localized flooding in low-lying areas.
Warnings remain in effect through Thursday evening. Another advisory could follow as heat and storms continue into the weekend.
🔎 5-Day Bullet Forecast for Eastern Kentucky
- Wednesday: Heat Index 100–105°F | Isolated PM storms | High: 96°F
- Thursday: Heat Index 101–105°F | Increasing clouds & PM t’storms | High: 95°F
- Friday: Heat Index 95–99°F | Scattered showers likely | High: 92°F
- Saturday: Cloudy with storms possible | High: 90°F
- Sunday: Heat eases slightly | Continued storm risk | High: 88°F
