Extreme Heat Warning for Dauphin; Lebanon; Adams +2 more
What: Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Where: Adams, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York Counties. When: Until 8 PM...
Official alert brief
WHAT
Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected.
WHERE
Adams, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York Counties.
WHEN
Until 8 PM EDT Saturday.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The heat and humidity are now expected to continue to make dangerous conditions all the way through Saturday evening.
Instructions
Drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun, and stay in an air-conditioned room. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Review heat safety and preparedness information at weather.gov/safety/heat. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Power outages are possible during periods of extended heat as the extra demand for electricity can tax the power grid. Be prepared for a possible power outage.