Extreme Heat Warning for East Carroll; Madison; Franklin +15 more
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What you need to know
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- Ashley, Chicot, Catahoula, Concordia, East Carroll, Franklin, Madison, Morehouse and 30 more
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What is happening
What: For the Extreme Heat Warnings, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values in excess of 110 degrees expected, as high as 115 to 120 degrees. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Where: Portions of northeast Louisiana and central, southwest,...
What the bulletin says to do
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. 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. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
Full official description
Bulletin details
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warnings, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values in excess of 110 degrees expected, as high as 115 to 120 degrees. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Louisiana and central, southwest, and west central Mississippi. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning today, until 9 PM CDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning tomorrow, from 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 1:50PM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 1:50PM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 1:50PM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 7:06AM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 7:06AM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 7:06AM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 20 at 9:23PM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 20 at 9:23PM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 20 at 9:23PM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 20 at 9:23PM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 20 at 12:26PM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Jackson MS. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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