Avisos

Heat Advisory issued June 22 at 12:12PM EDT until June 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC* WHAT...Heat index values up to 104 expected.* WHERE...Portions of western Maryland, northwest and westernVirginia and eastern and panhandle West Virginia.* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heatillnesses to occur.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Oppressive heat and humidity willoverspread the area through Sunday before a cold front tracksthrough early Monday. Little relief from the heat is expectedtonight with low temperatures in the low to mid 70s, 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 and neighbors. Youngchildren and pets should never be left unattended in vehiclesunder 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.

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