Heat Advisory Statement in effect

Heat Advisory Statement as of 3:22 PM EDT on July 4, 2018

Heat advisory in effect from 11 am to 8 PM EDT Thursday.

The National Weather Service in gray has issued a heat advisory, which is in effect from 11 am to 8 PM EDT Thursday.

* Heat index values... up to 100 due to temperatures of 90 to 95,

and dewpoints around 70.

* Timing... midday Thursday through early evening.

* Impacts... the heat and humidity may cause heat stress during

outdoor exertion or extended exposure.

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 up on relatives and

neighbors, especially older adults who live alone, to make sure

they are able to stay cool.

   People who work or exercise outside or in hot environments,

and children attending Summer camps or outdoor sports practices

should take extra precautions. When possible... reschedule

strenuous activities to early morning. 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.