Extreme Heat Watch for Sharp; Randolph; Independence +9 more
What: For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 114 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110...
Official alert brief
WHAT
For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 114 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 possible. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 109 expected.
WHERE
Portions of central, eastern, and north central Arkansas.
WHEN
For the first Heat Advisory, until noon CDT Thursday. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from noon to 8 PM CDT Thursday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from 8 PM Friday to 8 PM CDT Saturday.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instructions
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.