The heat is not just oppressive – it is potentially dangerous Web Staff July 19, 2019 1 minute read Temperatures are supposed to reach the upper 90’s this weekend — and heat index values may top 100. The extreme heat presents potential dangers to all, especially the young, elderly, and those who are not prepared. WFIR’s Madison Everett has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Grandin Theatre has “gone green”Next: “Pawpalooza Parade” to raise money for Angels of Assisi Related Stories Virginia Citizens Defense League calls for investigation into killing of Alex Pretti Clark Palmer January 27, 2026 0 Galactic to headline Roanoke’s Freedom First Down by Downtown Festival in April Ian Price January 27, 2026 0 Billy Strings to perform at Berglund Center this summer Clark Palmer January 27, 2026 0