Heat Advisory for Western Arctic Plains; Central Arctic Plains
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- Central Arctic Plains, Western Arctic Plains
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What is happening
What: Hot temperatures as high as 80 degrees expected. Impacts: Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses. Where: Central Arctic Plains and Western Arctic Plains. When: Until 10 PM AKDT this evening.
What the bulletin says to do
Drink plenty of fluids and check up on elderly and vulnerable relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances as vehicle interiors can reach extreme temperatures in as little as 10 minutes. 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 and heat stroke.
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Bulletin details
* WHAT...Hot temperatures as high as 80 degrees expected. * WHERE...Central Arctic Plains and Western Arctic Plains. * WHEN...Until 10 PM AKDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses.
Lifecycle record
Official revisions
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Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 12:12PM AKDT until July 20 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Official revision - Update
Heat Advisory issued July 19 at 9:35PM AKDT until July 20 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Fairbanks AK. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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