Monday, August 27, 2018

Heat Advisory Issued for Tuesday Afternoon and Evening

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Tuesday afternoon and evening for Schuylkill County.

HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT
TUESDAY...

* HEAT INDEX VALUES...Up to 100 due to temperatures in the lower 90s, and dew points in the lower 70s.

* TIMING...Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during
outdoor exertion or extended exposure.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Limit or reschedule strenuous outdoor activities. Find shade and
stay hydrated. Check up on the elderly, sick and those without
air conditioning. Never leave kids or pets unattended...look
before you lock.
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