Extreme Heat Warning Updated
From
North Codorus
Sent
Tue, Jun 30 @ 3:03am
Description
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 30 at 3:01AM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 108 expected. For the Heat Advisory,
heat index values up to 102 expected.
* WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, from noon Wednesday to 8 PM
EDT Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM Friday to 8 PM EDT
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High temperatures will exceed 100 degrees in
many places Wednesday through Friday with even higher heat index
values expected. Temperatures will be a few degrees lower on
Saturday, but heat risks will continue.
Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Review heat safety and preparedness information at
weather.gov/safety/heat.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments.
Power outages are possible during periods of extended heat as the
extra demand for electricity can tax the power grid. Be prepared for
a possible power outage.
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