Extreme Heat Warning issued July 9 at 12:26AM EDT until July 9 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111
expected.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick, Coastal New Hanover,
Coastal Pender, Inland Brunswick, Inland New Hanover, and Inland
Pender Counties. In South Carolina, Central Horry, Coastal
Georgetown, Coastal Horry, and Inland Georgetown 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.
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 or
heat stroke.
Allow outside pets and livestock plenty of fresh drinking water and a
well ventilated and shaded location.
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