Heat Advisory for Augusta; Rockingham
What: Heat index values between 100 to 105 expected each afternoon. Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Where: Augusta and Rockingham Counties. When: For the first Heat Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this...
Official alert brief
WHAT
Heat index values between 100 to 105 expected each afternoon.
WHERE
Augusta and Rockingham Counties.
WHEN
For the first Heat Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Saturday.
IMPACTS
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. 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.