Extreme Heat Warning for Washington; Central and Eastern Allegany; Shenandoah +11 more
What: For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected. Impacts: Heat related illnesses...
Official alert brief
WHAT
For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected.
WHERE
Portions of north central and western Maryland, northwest Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia.
WHEN
For the first Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Instructions
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.