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... Heat advisory remains in effect from noon Tuesday to 10 PM CDT
Friday...
* event... afternoon and early evening heat index values will
rise to or exceed 105 degrees through Friday. Highs this week
are expected to approach or exceed record levels each day. Low
temperatures overnight are only expected to fall into the mid
and upper 70s and will likely remain near 80 in urban areas.
* Timing... Tuesday afternoon through Friday evening.
* Impact... heat stroke... heat cramps... or heat exhaustion is
likely with prolonged exposure and physical activity.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when
possible and drink plenty of water. 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 911.
