HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY.
EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM
EDT FRIDAY...
.HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 8 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to
104. For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot
conditions with heat index values up to 109 expected. For the
second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 104 expected.
* WHERE...In Delaware, New Castle. In New Jersey, Mercer,
Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In
Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia, Eastern Montgomery and
Lower Bucks.
* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 6 AM EDT Friday. For
the Excessive Heat Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM EDT Friday. For
the second Heat Advisory, from 10 PM Friday to 8 PM EDT
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase
the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.
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 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.
