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Pettis County Sheriff's Office
Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 :: 05:22 a.m. CDT

Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory until 09:00AM

* WHAT...Dense fog with visibility reductions to 1/4 mile or less

* WHERE...Portions of central Missouri.

* WHEN...Through 9AM CDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel impacts are expected. Visibilities may abruptly reduce to less than 1/4 mile, especially in valleys or near bodies of water. Please be cautious when traveling

* AFFECTED AREAS: LAFAYETTE ... SALINE ... HOWARD ... JOHNSON ... PETTIS ... COOPER ... HENRY

Instructions:

A Dense Fog Advisory means visibilities will frequently be reduced to less than one quarter mile. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with peak heat index values 105 to 120 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Kansas and north central, northwest and west central Missouri.

* WHEN...Through 10 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.

* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...Overnight lows around 75 to 81 degrees each night will minimize recovery, which could compound into heat related illnesses. 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
Pettis County Sheriff's Office
319 South Lamine Avenue
Sedalia, MO 65301

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 660-827-0052

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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:
Dense Fog Advisory

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