Excessive Heat Warning Issued
From
City of Krum
Sent
Sat, Jun 29 @ 2:15pm
Description
Excessive Heat Warning issued June 29 at 1:58PM CDT until June 29 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning Saturday, dangerously hot
conditions with heat index values of 110 to 112. For the Heat
Advisory Sunday, heat index values up to 109 expected.
* WHERE...North and Eastern Central Texas.
* WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, until 7 PM CDT this
evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT
Sunday.
* 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. 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.
This notification was posted by City of Krum. City of Krum is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
