THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING. WILL REMAIN IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10PM EDT SUNDAY. 
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING. WILL REMAIN IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10PM EDT SUNDAY.
* HEAT INDEX VALUES...101 to 106 DEGREES this afternoon and 108 to 113 DEGREES on Saturday afternoon and Sunday afternoon. Values may be a bit lower right along the coast.
* TEMPERATURES...Maximum readings in the middle 90s this afternoon, and in the upper 90s on Saturday afternoon and Sunday afternoon. Overnight lows will be mainly in the upper 70s.
* TIMING...The most dangerous of the heat and humidity will occur from midafternoon into the early evening each day.
* IMPACTS...The excessive heat and humidity may cause heat stress or heat stroke. The most susceptible individuals are the elderly and those with pre-existing health issues.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to the early morning or the late evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing.
Drink plenty of water.
To reduce your risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in a shaded or air conditioned environment. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency, call 9 1 1.
An Excessive Heat Warning means that a prolonged period of dangerously hot temperatures will occur. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will create a DANGEROUS SITUATION. Stay in an air-conditioned environment, stay out of the sun, and check on elderly relatives and neighbors.
Young children and pets should never be left unattended in a vehicle under any circumstance. This is especially true during hot weather when a car`s interior can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Anyone needing assistance should call BTPD at: 732-341-6600 or 9-1-1.
Stay cool and be safe!
Mayor Carmen Amato
[email protected]
732-244-7400 ext:1203
Address/Location
Township of Berkeley
627 Pinewald Keswick Rd
Berkeley Township, NJ 08721
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 732-244-7400