Heat Advisory for Borden; Scurry; Howard +1 more
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What: Temperature or heat index up to 106 expected. Impacts: Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Where: Western low rolling plains, Borden, and Howard....
What the bulletin says to do
Drink plenty of fluids even if you don't feel thirsty, but avoid alcohol and caffeine. Stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on elderly and vulnerable relatives and neighbors. 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...Temperature or heat index up to 106 expected. * WHERE...Western low rolling plains, Borden, and Howard. * WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
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Heat Advisory issued July 23 at 11:45AM MDT until July 23 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
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Heat Advisory issued July 22 at 12:18PM CDT until July 23 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Midland/Odessa TX. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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