High pressure builds over the region deflecting possible storms to the north.
With daytime highs hovering around 105 o F, now is the time to be wary of heat exhaustion by confining outdoor work to the hours shortly after dawn. Take cool drinks with you into the garden, wear a hat and light clothing, and pace yourself so that you aren't overcome by the heat. Often, plants will have developed to the point that they are self-shading. Otherwise, now is the time to spread some cooling mulch which can be removed later when temperatures begin to drop. I put the pieces and worms into a trash bag and threw them out.