Excessive Heat Warning Updated
From
North Fayette
Sent
Wed, Jun 19 @ 9:30pm
Description
Excessive Heat Warning issued June 19 at 9:12PM EDT until June 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
* WHAT...Prolonged dangerous hot conditions are likely. Heat
index values ranging from 105 to 110 degrees are expected
during the day. Little relief will be observed at night with
temperatures ranging from 70 to 75 degrees.
* WHERE...Beaver, Fayette, Washington, Allegheny, Butler, and
Westmoreland Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Saturday.
* 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.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
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