WEATHER ALERT
Issue Date: 335 PM EDT Sat May 21 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 6 PM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the today`s Heat Advisory, heat index values in the
mid 90s are occurring. For Sunday`s Heat Advisory, heat index
values in the mid 90s.
* WHERE...In Connecticut, Litchfield County. In New York, Eastern
Albany, Western Rensselaer, Eastern Greene, Western Columbia,
Eastern Ulster, and Dutchess Counties.
* WHEN...Today`s Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 6 PM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses to occur.
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
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. 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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