Extreme Heat Warning Updated
From
Village of Fairgrove
Sent
Tue, Jun 30 @ 4:04pm
Description
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 30 at 3:50PM EDT until July 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index exceeding 105 to
near 110 degrees through the mid week period.
* WHERE...All of southeast Michigan.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An extended period of hot and humid
conditions is ongoing and peaks Wednesday through at least
Thursday. High temperatures reach the mid 90s to near 100 degrees
and combine with high humidity to result in heat index of 105
degrees or greater each day. Little relief occurs at night as low
temperatures only fall into the mid and upper 70s with nighttime
heat index around 80.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
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.
Check with local emergency management officials for information on
cooling center availability.
This notification was posted by Village of Fairgrove. Village of Fairgrove 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.
