Heat Advisory

from Fri, Jul 22, 10:00 AM CDT to Fri, Jul 22, 8:00 PM CDT

HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT SATURDAY HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT SUNDAY

Issued By

NWS Norman-Oklahoma City

What

For Fridays Heat Advisory, heat index values 99 to 105. For Saturdays Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 106 expected. For Sundays Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108 expected.

Where

Portions of central, northern, and southern Oklahoma and northern Texas.

When

For Fridays Heat Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 8 PM CDT this evening. For Saturdays and Sundays Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM CDT each day.

Impacts

Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.

Tips

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.