Heat Advisory Urgent - Weather Message National Weather Service (Taunton, Mass. office) 10:54 am EDT, Tuesday, July 16, 2013 ...Heat Advisory Remains in Effect Until 7 pm EDT This Evening... * Locations: northern Connecticut; most of interior Rhode Island; greater Springfield, Massachusetts; interior southeast Massachusetts. * Heat Index Values: In the upper 90s to near 100° due to temperatures in the lower 90s and dew points in the upper 60s. * Timing: The hottest conditions and highest heat index values will be late this afternoon and early this evening. * Impacts: Persons outdoors for prolonged periods will be more at risk for heat-related illnesses. Precautionary/Preparedness Actions: A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Avoid prolonged work in the sun or in poorly ventilated areas. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned environment, stay out of the sun, and check in on relatives and neighbors. 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 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 should it occur - call 9-1-1.
Posted on: Tue, 16 Jul 2013 17:45:14 +0000
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