Extreme Heat Warning for Morehouse; West Carroll; East Carroll +23 more
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- Catahoula, Concordia, East Carroll, Franklin, Madison, Morehouse, Richland, Tensas and 18 more
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What: For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 110. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115 expected. Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat related illnesses. Where: Portions of northeast Louisiana and central, south 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. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 110. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115 expected. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Louisiana and central, south central, southwest, and west central Mississippi. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 11 AM to 8 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat related illnesses.
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Extreme Heat Warning issued August 20 at 12:46PM CDT until August 21 at 8:00PM 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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