Heat Advisory until 08:00PM Tuesday
* WHAT...Temperatures of 103 to 108 degrees.
* WHERE...Portions of north central Texas.
* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday.
* 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: MONTAGUE ... COOKE ... GRAYSON ... FANNIN ... DENTON ... COLLIN ... TARRANT ... DALLAS ... ROCKWALL ... JOHNSON ... ELLIS ... 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 Wilmer
128 N Dallas Ave
Wilmer, TX 75172
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 972-441-6373
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP WILMER followed by your message, to 888777
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