Extreme Heat Warning issued August 16 at 10:47AM CDT until August 17 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warnings, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 115 expected.
* WHERE...All of southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi.
* WHEN...For today's ongoing Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT
this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning on Monday, from 11 AM to
8 PM CDT Monday.
* 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 19:00 - ti klo 4:00
