ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WOWO): A Heat Advisory is in effect for the majority of the WOWO listening area. The advisory will remain in effect until 6:00 p.m., Friday for the following Indiana counties:

Adams, Allen, Blackford, Cass,DeKalb, Elkhart, Fulton, Grant, Huntington, Jay, Kosciusko, Lagrange, Laporte, Marshall, Miami, Noble, Pulaski, St. Joseph, Starke, Steuben, Wabash, Wells, White, and Whitley

The advisory is also in effect until 6:00 p.m., Friday for the following Ohio counties: Allen, Defiance, Fulton, Henry, Paulding, Putnam, Van Wert, and Williams. 

The heat index is expected to rise to about 100 degrees. The combination of the heat and humidity will cause a situation where heat illness is possible. Stay tuned to WOWO for further weather updates.

If you are going to be outside – including going to football games tonight, remember to eat lightly, drink plenty of water (limit alcohol and pop), wear loose-fitting, lightweight clothing. If you don't feel well get in a cool place quickly.  Be sure to monitor the conditions of those around you to make sure they aren't being impacted by the heat.