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Excessive Heat Warning URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 333 AM EDT Mon Jul 2 2018 NYZ007-008-021545- /O.CON.KBUF.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180703T0200Z/ Jefferson-Lewis- Including the cities of Watertown and Lowville 333 AM EDT Mon Jul 2 2018 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * LOCATIONS...Jefferson and Lewis counties. The highest heat index values will be across lower elevations away from the Lake Ontario shore. * TIMING...Through late this evening. Highest heat index values from late morning through early evening. * HEAT INDEX VALUES...As high as 105. * IMPACTS...Consecutive days of dangerous heat and humidity will bring an increased risk for heat related illness. The elderly, very young, pregnant, and those with heart and respiratory conditions that don`t have access to air conditioning are especially at risk during long lasting heat waves. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... An Excessive Heat Warning means that a prolonged period of dangerously hot temperatures will occur. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are likely. Drink plenty of fluids...stay in an air-conditioned room...stay out of the sun... and check up on relatives and neighbors. 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 9 1 1. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. |
