Full Notification

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 103 degrees expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106 degrees possible.

* WHERE...Portions of northern Delaware, central, northern and southern New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM Thursday to 6 AM EDT Friday. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from Friday morning through Friday evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat index values up to 103 degrees may be possible again on Saturday.

* AFFECTED AREAS: NEW CASTLE ... SOMERSET ... MIDDLESEX ... MERCER ... GLOUCESTER ... CAMDEN ... NORTHWESTERN BURLINGTON ... DELAWARE ... PHILADELPHIA ... EASTERN CHESTER ... EASTERN MONTGOMERY ... LOWER BUCKS

Instructions:

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Be prepared to 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. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.