Heat Advisory for Martin; Pitt; Washington +5 more
What: For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 109 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 possible. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high...
Official alert brief
WHAT
For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 109 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 possible.
WHERE
Beaufort, Mainland Dare, Martin, Northern Craven, Pamlico, Pitt, Tyrrell, and Washington Counties.
WHEN
For the Heat Advisory, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.
IMPACTS
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instructions
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. 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.