Monday heat surge will push highs to dangerously hot levels

Summer sizzle will be taking over the start of the week with temperatures across many areas soaring into the 90s and 100s! Monday is a First Alert Weather Day for the extreme and in some cases dangerous heat expected.

There is a Heat Advisory in place for many northern urban areas along I-25 stretching from Denver up into Fort Collins for the possibility of high temperature soaring up between 95 and 100 degrees by Monday afternoon. The advisory runs from 10am through 9pm. Denver's record high Monday is 100 and the forecast high is 99 degrees.

There area also an Extreme Heat Warning for parts of western Colorado on Monday. Some areas may climb to106 degrees to kick off the week.

High temperatures in the high country will be warm as well with some top temps in the 80s to low 90s in several mountain communities.

With dangerous heat settling into Colorado, it's important to take steps to stay safe. Drink plenty of water, limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, wear lightweight, light-colored clothing, and never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle.