DES MOINES — The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for our area today.

The NWS issued the warning for the area along and south of I-80 to be in effect from 1pm-8pm, saying that heat index values of 100 to 110 are expected for parts of Iowa. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. To take precaution, drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.