Heat Advisory / URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Birmingham AL 

Blount-Etowah-Calhoun-Cherokee-St. Clair-Talladega-Including the cities of Oneonta, Gadsden, Anniston, Centre, Pell City, Moody, Talladega, and Sylacauga 

HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT SATURDAY

* WHAT

Heat index values up to 106.

* WHERE

Blount, Etowah, Calhoun, Cherokee, St. Clair and also Talladega Counties.

* WHEN

Until 9 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS

Hot temperatures, and High Humidity, could cause heat-related illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

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 the risk during any 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 for assistance.