Waarschuwingen

Heat Advisory issued June 21 at 7:42PM EDT until June 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC* WHAT...Heat index values between 100 to 105 expected.* WHERE...Portions of north central and western Maryland,northwest and western Virginia and eastern and panhandle WestVirginia.* WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Saturday.* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heatillnesses to occur.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Oppressive heat and humidity willoverspread the area Saturday and last into Sunday. Littlerelief from the heat is expected Saturday night with lowtemperatures in mid 70s to near 80 for most, which willcompound heat stress on those without air conditioning.Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay outof the sun, and check up on relatives, neighbors, pets, andlivestock. 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.

National Weather Service