Alert
NWS Indianapolis - EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11:00 AM TO 9:00 PM THIS EVENING FOR DECATUR COUNTY.
National Weather Service Indianapolis IN 3:34 AM EDT Tuesday June 14, 2022
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11:00 AM THIS MORNING TO 9:00 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9:00 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 PM EDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 106 expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, south central, southeast, southwest and west central Indiana. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from 11 AM this morning to 9 PM EDT this evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 9 PM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. 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:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
Address/Location
Decatur County Emergency Management
315 South Ireland Street
Greensburg, IN 47240
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 812-663-8125
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