URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
227 PM EDT Sun Jul 19 2020
NCZ071-072-082-SCZ009-014-200400-
/O.NEW.KGSP.HT.Y.0001.200720T1600Z-200721T0000Z/
Mecklenburg-Cabarrus-Union NC-York-Chester-
Including the cities of Charlotte, Concord, Kannapolis, Monroe,
Trinity, Indian Trail, Weddington, Catawba, Rock Hill, Chester,
Cornwell, and Great Falls
227 PM EDT Sun Jul 19 2020
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values around 105 degrees expected for a few
hours Monday afternoon.
* WHERE...In South Carolina, York and Chester Counties. In North
Carolina, Mecklenburg, Cabarrus and Union Counties.
* WHEN...From noon to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* 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 in 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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