Heat Advisory our area
Heat Advisory
Expires 7:00 PM EDT on July 19, 2013
Statement as of 3:31 PM EDT on July 18, 2013
Heat advisory in effect from 10 am to 7 PM EDT Friday.
The National Weather Service in gray has issued aheat advisory which is in
effect from 10 am to 7 PM EDT Friday.
* Temperatures rising into the upper 90s.
* Heat index values from 100 to 105 degrees.
* Timing high humidity will be in place to start the day. Heat
index values will rise above 100 degrees by late morning and
remain high through the afternoon.
* Impacts... high heat and humidity will make it difficult for the
body to cool itself. Those planning outdoor activities should
bring extra water and be alert for signs of heat exhaustion.
Those without access to air conditioning should also find ways
to cool down.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A heat advisory means that a period of hot temperatures
is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high
humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat
illnesses are possible. Drink plenty of fluids... stay in an
air-conditioned room... stay out of the sun... and check in
on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside.
When possible... reschedule strenuous activities to early
morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat
exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose
fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.
To reduce risk during outdoor work... the occupational safety
and health administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments.
Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and
shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency - call 9 1 1.
Expires 7:00 PM EDT on July 19, 2013
Statement as of 3:31 PM EDT on July 18, 2013
Heat advisory in effect from 10 am to 7 PM EDT Friday.
The National Weather Service in gray has issued aheat advisory which is in
effect from 10 am to 7 PM EDT Friday.
* Temperatures rising into the upper 90s.
* Heat index values from 100 to 105 degrees.
* Timing high humidity will be in place to start the day. Heat
index values will rise above 100 degrees by late morning and
remain high through the afternoon.
* Impacts... high heat and humidity will make it difficult for the
body to cool itself. Those planning outdoor activities should
bring extra water and be alert for signs of heat exhaustion.
Those without access to air conditioning should also find ways
to cool down.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A heat advisory means that a period of hot temperatures
is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high
humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat
illnesses are possible. Drink plenty of fluids... stay in an
air-conditioned room... stay out of the sun... and check in
on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside.
When possible... reschedule strenuous activities to early
morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat
exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose
fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.
To reduce risk during outdoor work... the occupational safety
and health administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments.
Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and
shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency - call 9 1 1.
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