Last Updated on June 15, 2022 11:47 am
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGENational Weather Service Blacksburg VA1138 AM EDT Wed Jun 15 2022
NCZ003-019-020-160000-/O.NEW.KRNK.HT.Y.0001.220615T1600Z-220616T0000Z/Surry-Wilkes-Yadkin-Including the cities of Dobson, Wilkesboro, and Yadkinville1138 AM EDT Wed Jun 15 2022
…HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING…
WHAT…Heat index values up to 109 expected.
WHERE…Surry, Wilkes and Yadkin Counties.
WHEN…Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
IMPACTS…Very high humidity levels combined with hottemperatures may result in heat related illnesses or heatexhaustion if necessary precautions are not taken.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Extremely high humidity levels across theregion will combine with afternoon temperatures in the lower 90sto produce heat indices of 105 to 109 for several hours thisafternoon. If at all possible, reduce strenuous outdooractivities during this time frame.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room as much aspossible, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives andneighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattendedin vehicles under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. Whenpossible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning orevening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing whenpossible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the OccupationalSafety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequentrest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyoneovercome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
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