Heat Advisory issued August 11 at 8:41PM CDT until August 14 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
WHAT: Heat index values up to 109 expected.
WHERE: Portions of central, eastern, north central, southeast,
southwest, and western Arkansas.
WHEN: From 11 AM Wednesday to 8 PM CDT Friday.
IMPACTS: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
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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 9 1 1.