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SEPSA Fire Authority
Wednesday July 4th, 2018 :: 12:12 p.m. EDT

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Heat Advisory issued July 4 at 4:11AM EDT expiring July 5 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Areas Affected: Cass; Branch; St. Joseph; Hillsdale; Berrien
The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a
Heat Advisory...which is in effect from 11 AM this morning to
midnight EDT tonight.

HAZARDOUS WEATHER...

* Temperatures will reach into the upper 80s to low 90s this
afternoon with heat indices near 100 degrees. Heat indices will
remain in the 80s this evening with little wind. Those
attending outdoor activities this evening will still be at risk
of heat exhaustion.


IMPACTS...

* The heat will lead to hazardous conditions particularly for
the elderly,those with preexisting health conditions and
pets. Little in the way of beneficial cooling will occur
overnight in homes without air conditioning.

* Keep in mind that heat indices are in areas with at least
some shading. People in full sunshine could experience heat
indices several degrees warmer.
A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is
expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity
will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are
possible. Drink plenty of fluids...stay in an air-conditioned
room...stay out of the sun...and check up on relatives and

Instructions:

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.

Address/Location
SEPSA Fire Authority
Baldwin Prairie Rd
Porter, MI 49130

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 269-641-7100

Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Excessive Heat Warning

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