Heat Advisory issued August 12 at 4:22AM CDT until August 12 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
WHAT: Heat index values up to 107 expected.
WHERE: Portions of southeast Arkansas, northeast Louisiana, much
of Mississippi.
WHEN: From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM CDT this evening.
IMPACTS: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The threat for dangerous heat will continue
into early next week.
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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.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.