HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT STARTING NOON SATURDAY

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY (June 30) TO 10 PM  MONDAY.

LOCATIONS: Niagara – Orleans – Monroe – Wayne – Northern Cayuga – Oswego – Genesee – Livingston – Ontario counties

TIMING: From noon Saturday through late Monday evening.
The highest heat index values will be from around noon through 8 p.m. each day.

HEAT INDEX VALUES: As high as 98 to 102 on Saturday, and as high as 103 to 107 Sunday and Monday.

IMPACTS: Consecutive days of dangerous heat and humidity will bring an increased risk for heat related illness.
The elderly, very young, and those with heart and respiratory conditions that don`t have access to air conditioning are especially at
risk during long lasting heat waves.

PRECAUTIONARY ACTIONS: A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is expected.
The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible.
Drink plenty of fluids – stay in an air-conditioned room – stay out of the sun – and check in on relatives and neighbors.
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 – call 9 1 1.

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