Full Notification

THE NWS IN MOUNT HOLLY MAINTAINS AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING UNTIL 9 P.M. JULY 3, 2018.

AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF DANGEROUSLY HOT WEATHER WILL CONTINUE THROUGH MIDWEEK WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR HEAT RELATED ILLNESSES, ESPECIALLY AMONG THE ELDERLY AND THOSE IN POOR HEALTH.

THE ROBBINSVILLE SENIOR CENTER @ 1117 ROUTE 130 NORTH AT FOLSOM WAY IS AVAILABLE AS A COOLING STATION FROM 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. & ALSO AFTER-HOURS BY CALLING ROBBINSVILLE POLICE AT 259-3900.

*Heat Index Values up to 105 degrees due to temperatures in the middle to upper 90s and dew points in the upper 60s to lower 70s. Looking ahead, heat indices may exceed 100 degrees on Wednesday as well.

*IMPACTS: The heat may be life threatening to the elderly and those in poor health, due to prolonged exposure without air conditioning, especially those in urban centers where low temperatures in the middle to upper 70s will offer little relief. The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure.

*PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: 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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when
possible and drink plenty of water. 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.

Young children and pets should never be left unattended in
vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during
warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal
temperatures in a matter of minutes.

-OEM-