Heat Advisory for Lower Matanuska Valley
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- Lower Matanuska Valley
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What is happening
What: Temperatures in the middle to upper 70s expected. Impacts: Individuals not accustomed to these temperatures may experience heat related illnesses. Where: Lower Matanuska Valley When: Until 8 PM AKDT this evening.
What the bulletin says to do
Drink plenty of fluids and check up on elderly and vulnerable relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when working in the sun. Wear sunscreen and lightweight, loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion. Close curtains during the daytime to reduce sun insolation into the home and open windows at night to allow the home to cool off. Utilize fans or community buildings with air conditioning.
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* WHAT...Temperatures in the middle to upper 70s expected. * WHERE...Lower Matanuska Valley * WHEN...Until 8 PM AKDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these temperatures may experience heat related illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Similar to what was observed yesterday (Sunday) afternoon, the warmest forecast temperatures in the lower Matanuska Valley will likely occur west of Wasilla, including Houston and Big Lake.
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Heat Advisory issued August 10 at 5:00AM AKDT until August 10 at 8:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
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Heat Advisory issued August 9 at 11:56AM AKDT until August 10 at 8:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Anchorage AK. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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