(KWNO)-Heat index values in the triple digits could fuel severe weather in the Winona area Wednesday.
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory that begins at 10 a.m. and expires at 9 p.m. Heat index values to reach 100 degrees in Winona on Wednesday afternoon. La Crosse and Wabasha could see heat indices as high as 104 degrees.
Meteorologists are also keeping their eye on severe weather possibilities Wednesday evening. Eastern Winona, Wabasha, and Houston Counties, along with buffalo and Trempealeau Counties are at a slight risk of severe weather, while areas to the west are at a marginal risk for severe storms.
Forecasters say the main hazards from the potential storms are hail, strong winds, and possible tornadoes.
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