Seeking relief from the heat

4-year-old Owen Sarver, covered in mud, is ready for a dip at Stephens Lake on Wednesday afternoon. It was hot and humid after days of thunderstorms, with temperatures predicted to reach above 90 degrees. Also pictured, from left, are Lexi Hox, Brooke Bigard and Lindsey Hox.   ¦  CHRISTINE MARTINEZ

With temperatures predicted to exceed 90 degrees, people flocked to Stephens Lake on Wednesday for a relief from the heat and humidity.