Extreme Heat Warning for Prince Edward; Nottoway; Dinwiddie +2 more
What: Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values 110 or greater expected. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Where: Prince Edward, Dinwiddie, Nottoway, Surry, and Sussex Counties....
Official alert brief
WHAT
Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values 110 or greater expected.
WHERE
Prince Edward, Dinwiddie, Nottoway, Surry, and Sussex Counties.
WHEN
From 10 AM this morning 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. 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.