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Saharan dust to bring drier, hotter conditions to South Florida by midweek
By Shane Hinton at CBS4 Miami
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
Another heat advisory will be in effect for Broward and Miami -Dade counties as "feels like" temperatures soar to around 105 Tuesday afternoon.The advisory will be in effect from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. Tuesday as these areas could experience these elevated heat index values for at least two hours.This
Key takeaway The advisory will be in effect from 11 a.
Why this matters in The Miami
The impending heat advisory for Broward and Miami-Dade counties will disproportionately affect vulnerable populations in Miami's densely populated neighborhoods, such as Little Havana and Wynwood. Residents in these areas often have limited access to air-conditioned spaces, exacerbating the health risks associated with extreme heat. The arrival of Saharan dust by midweek will only intensify these conditions, bringing drier and hotter air that will persist through the weekend. This prolonged heat wave will also put a strain on the city's infrastructure, particularly in coastal areas like Miami Beach, where sea-level rise and flooding are already major concerns. As the heat index values climb closer to 110 by Sunday, Miami's emergency services, including the Miami Police Department and Miami-Dade Police, should be prepared to respond to potential heat-related emergencies. The city's residents, especially those in low-lying and densely populated areas, must take necessary precautions to stay safe during this period.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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What is this story about? Another heat advisory will be in effect for Broward and Miami-Dade counties as "feels like" temperatures soar to around 105 Tuesday afternoon.The advisory will be in effect from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. Tuesday as these areas could experience these elevated heat index values for at least two hours.This
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