High Heat Returns, Railroad Work Continues

Weather

Extreme heat returns today with heat index values as high as 100, according to the National Weather Service. It should be a mostly sunny day and partly cloudy night with a chance of thunderstorms mainly between 2 and 8 p.m.

Expect a high near 94 and low of about 71. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert in effect today means the air could be unhealthy for sensitive groups. Children, those sensitive to ozone and people with heart or lung disease should limit exertion outdoors during late afternoon and early evening, when ozone concentrations are the highest.

Still in effect, a Hazardous Weather Outlook warns of cloud-to-ground lightning, strong winds and heavy rain if storms pop up.

Things You Should Know

• Although CSX had anticipated the railroad crossing at Main Street would reopen Tuesday, say the work was not been finished. Main Street will continue to be closed for railroad work, but is expected to reopen sometime today. Read more about it .

• Principal Jay Floyd is in the running for a new job. According to WBHF — AM 1450, which cites The Summerville News, Floyd is one of three finalists for superintendent of the Chattooga County school system. Floyd has been principal at the local high school since 2004. Read the full story .

• If you're interested in golf, check out the new PGA on Patch Facebook page. One of golf's four majors, the tournament begins Aug. 8 at the Atlanta Athletic Club.

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