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Hardin County Emergency Communications District (E-911)
Wednesday July 20th, 2022 :: 03:30 p.m. CDT

Alert

Heat Advisory until 09:00PM Thursday

* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 110 expected on Thursday.

* WHERE...Portions of North Mississippi, West Tennessee and East Arkansas.

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

* 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: CROSS ... CRITTENDEN ... ST. FRANCIS ... LEE ... PHILLIPS ... DESOTO ... TUNICA ... TATE ... COAHOMA ... QUITMAN ... PANOLA ... TALLAHATCHIE ... YALOBUSHA ... SHELBY ... FAYETTE ... HARDEMAN ... MCNAIRY ... HARDIN

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
Hardin County Emergency Communications District (E-911)
90 S Riverside Dr
Savannah, TN 38372

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 731-925-9007

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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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