'Dangerous' heat advisory in effect for Central Florida, heat index could reach 110 degrees

ORLANDO, Fla. (FOX 35 ORLANDO) - Central Florida is going to feel the burn Wednesday as the heat index could reach as high as 110 degrees.

A heat advisory is in effect from 11:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. The high on Wednesday is 97 degrees, but the  "feels like" temperatures will be scorching, range from 105-110 degrees by the afternoon.

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"You want to make sure you are wearing light, loose fit clothing. Drinking plenty of water," Fox 35 meteorologist Kristin Giannas said. "If you're working outside, take frequent breaks."

The heat index was 100° at Cranes Roost Park two years ago, (with an afternoon high of 93°). Twenty-one people were treated for heat-related illness, 6 of which were taken to the hospital.

The July 4th holiday will also leave Central Florida with above normal heat. 

Tonight, rain wraps up before 9pm, partly cloudy, warm & muggy late, lows near 77.

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