Full Notification

Heat Advisory remains in effect until 9 pm on Thursday.

* What... Heat Index values at or above 105 degrees.

* Where... Portions of North Mississippi, West Tennessee, East Arkansas, and Missouri Bootheel.

* When... From Noon today until 9pm on Thursday night.

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

* Impacts... The Heat Advisory will likely be upgraded to an Excessive Heat Warning later this week. For locations where heat indices in excess of 110 degrees are expected. Heat Advisories and/ or Excessive Heat Warnings will likely be extended through Friday.

Precautionary/ Preparedness Actions...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in 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, OSHA 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 911!