Extreme Heat Warning for Caldwell; Christian
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What is happening
What: Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Where: Caldwell and Christian Counties. When: Until 7 PM CDT this evening.
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. 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.
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* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111. * WHERE...Caldwell and Christian Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 28 at 11:19AM CDT until July 28 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
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Extreme Heat Warning issued July 27 at 11:32PM CDT until July 28 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Paducah KY. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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