Heat Advisory for Extreme Western Allegany; Western Mineral
What: Heat index values of 100 to 104. Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Where: In Maryland, Extreme Western Allegany County. In West Virginia, Western Mineral County. When: Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
Official alert brief
WHAT
Heat index values of 100 to 104.
WHERE
In Maryland, Extreme Western Allegany County. In West Virginia, Western Mineral County.
WHEN
Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
IMPACTS
Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Early morning low temperatures around 70 combined with oppressive humidity will result in little to no overnight relief. Prolonged excessive heat may impact power, water, and transportation systems.
Instructions
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. 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.