Heat Advisory for Jefferson; Shawnee; Douglas +4 more
What: Heat index values up to 103. Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and even heat stroke. Where: Anderson, Coffey, Douglas, Franklin, Osage, Shawnee, and Jefferson Counties. When: Until 8 PM CDT Saturday.
Official alert brief
WHAT
Heat index values up to 103.
WHERE
Anderson, Coffey, Douglas, Franklin, Osage, Shawnee, and Jefferson Counties.
WHEN
Until 8 PM CDT Saturday.
IMPACTS
Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and even heat stroke.
Instructions
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. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.