Extreme Heat Warning issued August 17 at 2:01AM EDT until August 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between
110 and 115 expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Onslow, Duplin, East Carteret, Inland Onslow,
Jones, Northern Craven, Pamlico, Southern Craven, and West Carteret
Counties.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
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.
Varoitus voimassa ma klo 18:00 - ti klo 3:00
