Full Notification

* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 109. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 111 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Texas.

* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 10 PM CDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from 10 AM to 10 PM CDT Thursday.

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

* AFFECTED AREAS: CHAMBERS ... WHARTON ... INLAND JACKSON ... INLAND MATAGORDA ... INLAND BRAZORIA ... INLAND GALVESTON ... COASTAL HARRIS ... COASTAL JACKSON ... COASTAL MATAGORDA ... COASTAL BRAZORIA ... COASTAL GALVESTON ... MATAGORDA ISLANDS ... BRAZORIA ISLANDS ... GALVESTON ISLAND ... BOLIVAR PENINSULA

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.