Heat Advisory for Marion; Lamar; Fayette +36 more
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What: Heat index values up to 107 expected. Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Where: A portion of central Alabama. When: From 11 AM Wednesday to 8 PM CDT Saturday.
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Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. 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.
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* WHAT...Heat index values up to 107 expected. * WHERE...A portion of central Alabama. * WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 8 PM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
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Heat Advisory issued September 1 at 9:42AM CDT until September 5 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Birmingham AL. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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