Full Notification

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon heat index values of 100 to 110 degrees possible.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Iowa, southeast Minnesota and southwest and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Thursday 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...Highest confidence in extreme heat and humidity is on Tuesday and Wednesday. A front moving through during the day on Thursday which could result in slightly lower afternoon heat indices.

* AFFECTED AREAS: WINNESHIEK ... ALLAMAKEE ... FAYETTE ... WABASHA ... DODGE ... OLMSTED ... WINONA ... FILLMORE ... HOUSTON ... BUFFALO ... TREMPEALEAU ... LA CROSSE ... VERNON ... CRAWFORD

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.