Heat Advisory for Eastern Highland; Eastern Pendleton
What: For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100 expected. Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Where: In Virginia, Eastern Highland County. In West...
Official alert brief
WHAT
For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100 expected.
WHERE
In Virginia, Eastern Highland County. In West Virginia, Eastern Pendleton County.
WHEN
For the first Heat Advisory, until 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.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Early morning low temperatures in the 70s 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.