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City of Ferris
Friday June 16th, 2023 :: 03:25 p.m. CDT

Alert

Heat Advisory until 08:00PM Sunday

* WHAT...Heat index values near 105 up to 110.

* WHERE...Collin, Hunt, Delta, Hopkins, Hood and Mills Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

* AFFECTED AREAS: COLLIN ... HUNT ... DELTA ... HOPKINS ... TARRANT ... DALLAS ... ROCKWALL ... KAUFMAN ... VAN ZANDT ... RAINS ... HOOD ... SOMERVELL ... JOHNSON ... ELLIS ... MILLS ... HAMILTON ... BOSQUE ... HILL

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
City of Ferris
100 Town Plaza
Ferris, TX 75125

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 972-544-2110

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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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