Temperatures will warm into the lower to mid 90s. These temperatures combined with dew points in the upper 60s to lower 70s during peak heating will result in heat index values between 100 and 103 degrees.

Tri-State residents are advised to avoid prolonged work in sun or in poorly ventilated areas. Also, keep plenty of liquids on hand and try to stay in an air conditioned environment.

Children, the elderly and people with chronic ailments are usually the first to suffer from the heat. Heat exhaustion, cramps or in extreme cases heat stroke can result from prolonged exposure to these conditions.

CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) - Cincinnati Police Chief Tom Streicher says he plans to retire next year.

Streicher told FOX19's Regina Russo on Wednesday that the retirement was not a big secret and he had already informed the city manager of his plans.

The retirement could take place as soon as next spring. Streicher had said previously that he wanted to get in 40 years with the department.

Streicher has been Cincinnati Police Chief since 1999.

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MADISONVILLE, OH (FOX19) - "Cincy Splash" at the Madisonville Arts Center is a live talent showcase competition in instrumentals, dance, and vocals. The competition continues the rest of the week and will feature live classical, jazz, R&B, Latin, folk music.

Judges for this competition include Ben Walker II, CEO, Dance With Me LLC. The talent scheduled include:

Wednesday, July 21-Splash of Jazz featuring Maxx Traxx Studios from 7:00p.m.-Midnight

Thursday, July 22-Local Vocals featuring Drew LaPlante and the Broke Jones' from 7:00p.m.-Midnight

Friday, July 23-Diva Splash featuring Erica P. and Maxx Traxx Studios from 8:00p.m.-1:00a.m.

Saturday, July 24-Cincy Splash Live Talent Competition from 1:00p.m.-7:00p.m.