The hot weather that’s moved into Georgia might be uncomfortable, but it’s not breaking any records.
Technically it’s not summer yet, but it feels like it. Temperatures over 100 have settled into many parts of the state. Assistant State Climatologist Pam Knox says the early heat might be a little unusual, but it’s not unheard of.
“Any particular weather event like this doesn’t necessarily say much about the rest of the summer because we have weather patterns that come and go. Right now we’re seeing sort of the end of the El Nino that we had over the course of the winter and El Nino has a lot of effects on winter weather but really not a lot on the summer.”
Knox says heat advisories are in effect in many places and people need to take those warnings seriously. Those who are outdoors need to take frequent breaks and drink plenty of water. She also encourages people to protect their animals as well.

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