Excessive Heat Warning Issued
From
Taft
Sent
Wed, Aug 9 @ 1:41pm
Description
Excessive Heat Warning issued August 9 at 1:30PM CDT until August 9 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
* WHAT...For the first Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot
conditions with heat index values up to 120. For the second
Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat
index values up to 120 expected.
* WHERE...McMullen, Live Oak, Jim Wells, Inland Kleberg, Inland
Nueces, Inland San Patricio, Coastal Kleberg, Coastal Nueces
and Coastal San Patricio Counties.
* WHEN...For the first Excessive Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT
this evening. For the second Excessive Heat Warning, from noon
to 8 PM CDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase
the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.
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.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. 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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