Excessive Heat Warning until 08:00PM Friday
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106.
* WHERE...In New Jersey, Morris, Hunterdon and Warren. In Pennsylvania, Upper Bucks, Western Chester, Western Montgomery, Northampton, Lehigh and Berks.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight low temperatures in the 70s will not provide much relief from the heat.
* AFFECTED AREAS: WARREN ... MORRIS ... HUNTERDON ... BERKS ... LEHIGH ... NORTHAMPTON ... WESTERN CHESTER ... WESTERN MONTGOMERY ... UPPER BUCKS
Instructions:
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.
Address/Location
Borough of Bath
121 S Walnut St
Bath, PA 18014
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 610-837-6525
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP BATH followed by your message, to 888777
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