Heat Advisory/URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Birmingham AL/Etowah/Calhoun/Cherokee Counties

Including the cities of Gadsden, Anniston, and Centre

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 9 PM CDT THURSDAY

* WHAT

Heat index values up to 105 expected.

* WHERE

Calhoun, Cherokee, and Etowah Counties.

* WHEN

From 10 AM to 9 PM CDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS

Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat-related illnesses.

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. Whenever 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!  

Call 9-1-1 immediately if assistance may be needed!