Heat Advisory issued August 6 at 2:26AM EDT until August 7 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
WHAT: Heat index values up to 104 expected.
WHERE: Bergen, Hudson, Passaic, Essex, and Union, Counties in
northeast New Jersey.
WHEN: From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT Friday.
IMPACTS: Heat and high humidity may cause heat related illnesses.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The advisory will likely need to be extended
into Saturday.
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A Heat Advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity
is expected to make it feel like it is 95 to 99 degrees for two or
more consecutive days, or 100 to 104 degrees for any length of time.
Seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health
conditions are at an increased risk. Homes without air conditioning
can be much hotter than outdoor temperatures.
Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has
air conditioning. If you don't have home air conditioning, continue
to seek out cool spaces each day as long as it remains hot, and for a
few days after if your home is still hot. Check on vulnerable
friends, family members and neighbors.
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.