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South Florida officials help residents and visitors as heat index reaches 105 to 110 degrees
By Manuel Bojorquez at CBS4 Miami
· June 18, 2026
· 2 min read
With a heat advisory in effect for most of the day, efforts are underway across South Florida to help residents and visitors stay safe as heat index temperatures reach between 105 and 110 degrees on Thursday. Volunteers from the Miami -Dade Homeless Trust have been distributing cold water and providi
Key takeaway "Those are the people we need to reach during an extreme heat day like today," said Ron Book, chairman of the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust.
Why this matters in The Miami
The heat advisory in effect across South Florida puts a spotlight on the region's most vulnerable populations, particularly the unhoused in downtown Miami and other areas like Little Havana and Wynwood. As the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust works to distribute cold water and provide directions to cooling centers, it's clear that these efforts are crucial in preventing heat-related illnesses. The fact that visitors from cooler climates, like Scotland and Virginia, are finding the conditions unbearable underscores the need for targeted support for those who may not be acclimated to the region's extreme heat. Meanwhile, the measures being taken at local youth programs, such as the True North Classical Academy's Kendall campus, demonstrate a proactive approach to keeping children safe during the summer months. As Miami-Dade County continues to experience extreme weather events, including hurricanes and flooding, the importance of community-led initiatives and safety protocols cannot be overstated, particularly in neighborhoods that are already prone to flooding and heat-related risks.
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Category: culture ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? With a heat advisory in effect for most of the day, efforts are underway across South Florida to help residents and visitors stay safe as heat index temperatures reach between 105 and 110 degrees on Thursday. Volunteers from the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust have been distributing cold water and providi
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