Extreme Heat Warning issued July 26 at 2:08AM CDT until July 26 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with peak heat index values of 108 to 115. For the Heat Advisory,
peak heat index values of 103 to 108 expected. For the Extreme Heat
Watch, dangerously hot conditions with peak heat index values of
103 to 107 possible.
* WHERE...Geary, Lyon, Morris, Wabaunsee, Brown, Jackson, Jefferson,
Nemaha, Pottawatomie, and Riley Counties.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 9 PM CDT this evening.
For the Heat Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Monday.
For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Monday evening through Tuesday
evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and even heat
stroke.
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.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Varoitus voimassa su klo 10:08 - ma klo 5:00
