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Hardin County Emergency Communications District (E-911)
Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 :: 03:08 a.m. CDT

Alert

Heat Advisory until 06:00AM Thursday

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 110 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of North Mississippi and West Tennessee.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat indices are expected to remain very hot overnight this week. There may not be much relief from the heat overnight.

* AFFECTED AREAS: BENTON ... TIPPAH ... ALCORN ... TISHOMINGO ... PRENTISS ... LAFAYETTE ... UNION ... PONTOTOC ... LEE ... ITAWAMBA ... TALLAHATCHIE ... YALOBUSHA ... CALHOUN ... CHICKASAW ... MONROE ... CHESTER ... HENDERSON ... DECATUR ... HARDEMAN ... MCNAIRY ... HARDIN

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
Hardin County Emergency Communications District (E-911)
90 S Riverside Dr
Savannah, TN 38372

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 731-925-9007

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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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