NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Dangerous heat is expected to continue this week with “feels like” temperatures rising above 105 degrees, according to the National Weather Service, prompting Heat Advisories for the region.

"We're really at a risk for heat illness and heat exhaustion and heat stroke as we go into these next few days, especially working outside in the hottest parts of the day," Alexandra Holley, meteorologist with NWS Nashville, told News 2.

While you enjoy outdoor summer events, keep in mind humidity also makes it harder to stay cool since sweat won't be able to cool the body down.

"Heat is the number one weather-related killer in the United States, so over tornadoes, over flooding, heat is the number one killer," Holley explained.

If you do go outside for long periods of time, make sure to bring water and cool towels, wear sunscreen or protective clothing, stay near air conditioning, and watch out for signs of heat-related illness. Certain demographics can also feel the effects of heat more than the average person.

"The most sensitive groups are those young kids, babies, the elderly, people with chronic illnesses, and pregnant women, so you want to make sure you're looking out for those four groups, especially as we go into the next few days, and don't forget about those pets. Make sure they have ample water if they're outside, or give them some water after you go outside with them," Holley added.

Also, be sure to never leave children or pets in a hot car. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 37 children die per year, on average, from heatstroke because they are left inside vehicles.

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