Heat Advisory for Lamar; Delta; Hopkins +11 more
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What: For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperature values up to 107. For the Heat Advisory, temperature values up to 103 and heat index values up to 105 expected. Impacts: Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for...
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Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. 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.
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* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperature values up to 107. For the Heat Advisory, temperature values up to 103 and heat index values up to 105 expected. * WHERE...Portions of Central and East Texas. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 9 PM CDT this evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 9 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hot and dry conditions are increasing the risk of wildfires! Extreme care is urged during all outside activities where there is a potential for fires to get started.
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Heat Advisory issued August 24 at 1:30PM CDT until August 25 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Fort Worth TX. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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