Heat Advisory issued August 18 at 2:27AM EDT until August 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 105 to 107 expected.
* WHERE...The southern and eastern Piedmont, Sandhills, and Coastal
Plain.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
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.
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