The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for our area through 8 PM, Friday, June 21, 2024.
WHAT
Heat index values of 100 to 104 degrees are expected at times this week with variability each day due to clouds and scattered showers and storms.
WHERE
Portions of north central, northeast, and northwest Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania.
WHEN
Until 8 PM EDT Friday.
IMPACTS
Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 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.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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 911.
For more information, visit the National Weather Service website.