Extreme Heat Warning issued July 26 at 9:26PM CDT until July 27 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 115. For the Extreme Heat Watch,
dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105
possible.
* WHERE...Anderson, Coffey, Douglas, Franklin, Lyon, Osage, and
Shawnee Counties.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 9 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.
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 ma klo 5:26 - ti klo 5:00
