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Miller County Emergency Services
Thursday July 7th, 2022 :: 02:16 p.m. CDT

Advisory

Heat Advisory until 09:00PM Friday

* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of 100 to 106. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 105 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Kansas and central, east central, southwest and west central Missouri.

* WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, until midnight CDT tonight. For the Heat Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

* AFFECTED AREAS: BOURBON ... BENTON ... MORGAN ... MILLER ... MARIES ... VERNON ... ST. CLAIR ... HICKORY ... CAMDEN ... PULASKI ... PHELPS ... CEDAR ... POLK ... DALLAS ... LACLEDE

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
Miller County Emergency Services
1999 MO-52
Tuscumbia, MO 65082

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1

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Alert Details

Severity:
Moderate - Possible 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:
Heat Advisory

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