TX WFO SHREVEPORT Warnings, Watches, and Advisories
WFO SHREVEPORT Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Wednesday, July 13, 2022
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HEAT ADVISORY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Shreveport LA
313 AM CDT Wed Jul 13 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the first and the second Heat Advisory, heat index
values above 105 degrees are expected.
* WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest Louisiana and
east and northeast Texas.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses to occur.
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.
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