The Florida sun doesn't just make you uncomfortable—it forces your body to work overtime to stay cool.
Health officials are warning the public to remain vigilant for symptoms of heat exhaustion, such as headaches, nausea, and clammy skin. https://t.co/NoJP0Z3ivC
— CBS Miami (@CBSMiami) July 15, 2026
In this follow-up to our heat safety series, Meteorologist Leslie Hudson has more on the 5 hidden heat dangers every Floridian should know. From the surprising amount of water you can lose in just one hour to why thirst is actually a late warning sign, we break down how to listen to your body before a heat emergency develops. Stay informed and stay safe this summer.
One final reminder: becoming accustomed to Florida's heat doesn't happen overnight. Health experts say it can take seven to fourteen days for your body to fully acclimate to working or exercising in hot conditions, which is why visitors and even returning Floridians may face a higher risk of heat illness early in the season.
Hot across the Nation's Mid-Section for Thursday. Hotter from the Upper Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic States , and still running with above average temps in South Florida. Heat Index readings, forecast into the triple digits. Heat Advisory may be issued again. pic.twitter.com/k2K79cAmGB
— Phil Ferro (@PhilFerro7) July 16, 2026
