Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team.
Today is Tuesday, and students across Tampa Bay are heading back to school with a big dose of heat. Meteorologist Greg Dee says a heat advisory kicks in at noon today and runs through 7 p.m., and the heat index will climb to 105-109 at times. If possible, Greg suggests you try to get all of your outdoor chores or workouts done well before the advisory kicks in, or tackle them after 8 p.m.
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Today's Weather Outlook
Hot and humid morning with temps in the high 70s. Meteorologist Greg Dee says a heat advisory will take effect at noon today and run through 7 p.m.
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Here are the current traffic conditions across Tampa Bay
Susan Solves It
Cybersecurity experts are warning about a scam that sends fake Facebook account suspension notices designed to trick users into giving away login credentials. Tampa Bay 28 Reporter Susan El Khoury advises users to avoid clicking links in suspicious account alerts and instead log directly into Facebook through the official app or website to verify account activity.
Things to Do this Tuesday, Aug. 11
- Pick fresh flowers from the fields at Keel Farms and create your own bouquet to take home.
- When: 11 a.m.
- Where: Keel Farms
- Cost: $6
- Paint a water lilies and willow scene while enjoying wine at a Ruskin paint-and-sip event.
- When: 6 p.m.
- Where: Wine & Canvas Tampa Bay
- Cost: $39
- Run with the Off Balance Run Club during Tuesday Night Lights in Tampa.
- When: 6:30 p.m.
- Where: Armature Works
