Excessive heat warning remains in effect until 10 PM CDT
Friday...
* expect the heat to continue today and again Friday as high
temperatures approach or break records. Adding in the
humidity... heat indices will top out between 100 and 115 during
the afternoon and evening hours. Plan on little relief tonight
with lows mainly in the 70s... though locations in the
Mississippi River valley may not drop below 80.
* If proper precautions are not taken... this heat can result in
an increased risk of heat related illnesses... such as heat
exhaustion and heat stroke.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
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... dial 9 1 1.
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