Heat Advisory for Most of Western Alabama

Building heat and high humidity settling in across the state today.  With slightly lower rain chances across the western parts of Alabama today….hotter weather is expected.  The National Weather Service in Birmingham has hoisted Heat Advisories for several counties.

….From the NWS Birmingham….

…HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM CDT
TUESDAY…

* WHAT…Heat index values up to 107 expected.

* WHERE…Bibb, Dallas, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Lamar, Marengo,
Marion, Perry, Pickens, Sumter, and Tuscaloosa Counties.

* WHEN…From 10 AM this morning to 9 PM CDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.

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In Addition….The NWS Mobile includes the Alabama Counties of Choctaw, Clarke, Washington, Wilcox and Mobile (inland, central and coastal) in a Heat Advisory through this evening.  Some areas seeing the heat index peak at 110.

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PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and
pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any
circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible
and drink plenty of water.

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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