We had some crazy high days here in VA Beach too. I can't breathe when it gets that hot with the humidity. Its a chore just to let the dog out. While the news said it was 97 etc. Our thermometers on the covered deck said 105 + some days.
All I can say is I am very grateful we have airconditioning and I wonder how the women way back with their corsets and high necked long sleeved dresses every survived.