Heat Advisory issued August 1 at 12:28PM AKDT until August 1 at 9:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
* WHAT...Temperatures as high as 72 to 78 degrees expected, coolest
along the coast.
* WHERE...Anchorage Bowl, including Eagle River, Chugiak, Birchwood,
Girdwood, and East Turnagain Arm.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot
temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures across most of the Anchorage
Bowl and East Turnagain Arm areas will again climb into the 70s
for daytime highs Saturday. Expect cooler temperatures along the
coast where the sea breeze will keep temperatures in the upper 60s
to near 70.
Drink plenty of fluids and check up on elderly and vulnerable
relatives and neighbors.
Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances as vehicle interiors can reach extreme
temperatures in as little as 10 minutes.
Take extra precautions when working in the sun. Wear sunscreen and
lightweight, 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.
Close curtains during the daytime to reduce sun insolation into the
home and open windows at night to allow the home to cool off.
Utilize fans or community buildings with air conditioning.
Varoitus voimassa la klo 23:28 - su klo 8:00