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Uvalde Police Department
Wednesday August 16th, 2023 :: 01:16 p.m. CDT

Alert

Excessive Heat Warning until 09:00PM Thursday

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures up to 104. For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 107 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of south central Texas.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 9 PM CDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon 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: HAYS ... TRAVIS ... BASTROP ... LEE ... UVALDE ... MEDINA ... BEXAR ... COMAL ... GUADALUPE ... CALDWELL ... FAYETTE ... FRIO ... ATASCOSA ... WILSON ... KARNES ... GONZALES ... DE WITT ... LAVACA

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
Uvalde Police Department
964 W Main St
Uvalde, TX 78801

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 830-278-9147

Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant 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:
Excessive Heat Warning

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