Avisos

Heat Advisory issued June 22 at 6:10AM EDT until June 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected.* WHERE...Portions of central,northeast, and southern Maryland,The District of Columbia, and central and northern Virginia.* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 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 today and last into Sunday. Little relieffrom the heat is expected tonight with low temperatures in themid 70s to lower 80s, which will compound heat stress on thosewithout 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.

National Weather Service