Dangerous Heat Index Expected Monday as Afternoon Storms Move In

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South Florida residents face a sweltering Monday with heat indices climbing to around 100 degrees despite lower 90s temperatures, according to forecasters. Overnight showers have left morning lows in the upper 70s across the region.

Air quality has deteriorated to moderate levels due to multiple brush fires burning across inland portions of Broward and Miami-Dade counties, compounded by Saharan dust in the atmosphere. Those with respiratory conditions should minimize outdoor activities until conditions improve.

Afternoon relief arrives in the form of scattered showers and thunderstorms expected to develop after midday and into early evening hours, driven by sea breeze circulation. Residents should monitor local forecasts and have rain gear readily available as the wet weather pattern persists.

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