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...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CDTWEDNESDAY... ...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM WEDNESDAY TO 9 PM CDT THURSDAY... 

* WHAT...Heat index values at or above 110 degrees for the Excessive Heat Warning. For the Heat Advisory the heat index values would be above 105 degrees. 

* WHERE...In Arkansas, Clay and Greene Counties. In Missouri Bootheel, Dunklin and Pemiscot Counties. 

* WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, until 10 PM CDT Wednesday. For the Heat Advisory, from 10 PM Wednesday to 9 PM CDT Thursday. 

* 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 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. &&

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Please take this warning seriously