Varování, Charleston High School

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 19 at 11:47AM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN * WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 109. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 113 expected. * WHERE...In Arkansas, Lee AR, Phillips, and St. Francis Counties. In Mississippi, Coahoma, Quitman, Tallahatchie, and Tunica Counties. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 9 PM CDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM Monday to 9 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. 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.