#MEwx Extended Heat Advisory today and tomorrow

National Weather Service Gray ME

2:30 PM EDT Tue Jun 29 2021

HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING.

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM EDT WEDNESDAY.

* WHAT...Heat indices will reach 95 to 100 through late this

afternoon and again on Wednesday.

* WHERE...Much of southern New Hampshire and southwest Maine.

* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this

evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT

Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat

illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out

of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young

children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles

under any circumstances.

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 lightweight and loose fitting clothing when

possible. 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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ARNOTT