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Heat Advisory for Decatur; Norton; Thomas +7 more

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Decatur, Gove, Graham, Greeley, Logan, Norton, Sheridan, Thomas and 2 more
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What is happening

What: Heat index values up to 109 expected Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Where: Decatur, Graham, Norton, Sheridan, Thomas, Gove, Greeley, Logan, Wallace, and Wichita Counties. When: From 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ this afternoon to 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ this evening.

What the bulletin says to do

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. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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* WHAT...Heat index values up to 109 expected * WHERE...Decatur, Graham, Norton, Sheridan, Thomas, Gove, Greeley, Logan, Wallace, and Wichita Counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ this afternoon to 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.

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    Heat Advisory issued August 12 at 12:41AM CDT until August 12 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Goodland KS

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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Goodland KS. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.

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