Alert
Osceola in Heat Advisory now to 8PM Saturday. Heat index over 100 degrees. Stay inside, bring pets inside, stay hydrated.
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 90s with heat index values up to 105 expected. * WHERE...Parts of southern and east central Iowa. * WHEN...From Noon to 8 PM CDT Saturday. * 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 up 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.
Instructions:
Stay inside, bring in pets, check on neighbors and stay hydrated.
Address/Location
Osceola Police Department
220 Townline Rd
Osceola, IA 50213
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 641-342-2121
Chief Marty Duffus
Osceola Police Department
[email protected]
641-342-2121
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