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Decatur County Emergency Management
Monday July 4th, 2022 :: 03:11 p.m. EDT

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NWS INDY HAS ISSUED A HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1:00 PM TO 9:00 PM EDT TUESDAY FOR DECATUR COUNTY.

National Weather Service in Indianapolis
2:42 PM EDT Mon July 4th, 2022


HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1:00 PM TO 9:00 PM EDT TUESDAY JULY 5TH...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 107 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central and west central Indiana.

* WHEN...From 1 PM to 9 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Extent of the dangerous heat remains somewhat uncertain due to potential cloud cover from storms.

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. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Address/Location
Decatur County Emergency Management
315 South Ireland Street
Greensburg, IN 47240

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 812-663-8125

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Excessive Heat Watch

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