Heat Advisory issued September 1 at 11:04AM CDT until September 3 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
WHAT: Heat index values up to 105 expected. Overnight low
temperatures between 75 and 80 offer limited relief.
WHERE: Portions of southwest Iowa and east central and southeast
Nebraska.
WHEN: From 1 PM Wednesday to 7 PM CDT Thursday.
IMPACTS: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses. Several days of excessive heat will add to cumulative
heat stress.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The heat advisory may be extended or expanded
as the prolonged heatwave continues.
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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.