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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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Heat advisory in effect for Shelby County

Submitted by Jamel Major on Sunday, June 5th, 1:00 am

Heat advisory conditions are expected to persist through Monday evening.

A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperature is expected. Prolonged exposure to this heat can be dangerous if the proper precautions are not taken.

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Searing heat withering Mid-South

Submitted by John Bryant, Community Blogger

Sunday, June 5th, 2011, 9:34pm

The entire Mid-South has been gripped by record breaking heat over the last several days and it appears the heat will hold tight. There is one part of the forecast that should get better however. I believe drier air is going to work into the area tomorrow. This should keep the heat index below the danger level of 105 degrees. It will still be hot however, as the mercury soars toward the century mark.

Please continue to drink lots of water in the coming days as temperatures are going to remain well above normal for this time of year.

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Smartphones help you watch weather

Submitted by Jeramia Trotter, WMCTV.com

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011, 11:39am

As meteorologists keep their eyes glued to radar screens, watching as severe weather heads to the Mid-South, smartphones are giving normal people much of the same capabilities as trained weathermen.

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Stay safe during severe weather

Submitted by Jeramia Trotter, WMCTV.com

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011, 11:24am

The Action News 5 Storm Tracking Team says that much of the Mid-South could experience severe weather today.

It’s important to know what to do to keep your family safe if dangerous weather moves through your area today. We’ve compiled a list of links to help you prepare.

Tornado safety

Storm safety

Photo taken by an Action News 5 viewer and submitted to My5.

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Storms possible Monday

Submitted by John Bryant, Community Blogger

Monday, May 23rd, 2011, 12:57am

Scattered thunderstorms are dotting the area this early Monday morning. Be aware and prepared for a storm at any point even if it's not raining where you are right now. It appears the threat could continue up until about noon.

We'll keep you posted on Action News 5 and online at WMCTV.com.

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Kroger offers helping hand

Submitted by Tammy Phillips on Wednesday, May 18th, 1:10 pm

Tuesday two 18-wheelers from Kroger arrived at the Mid-South Food Bank with more than $35,000 in food. The store donated the food to help those suffering after the near historic floods ravaging the Mid-South in the past few weeks. Kroger has already donated four truckloads of food to this area. Store Representatives say their commitment to the Mid-South is strong.

If you'd like to help stock the shelves of the Mid-South Food Bank during this time of need, click here to learn how.