Excessive Heat Watch until 08:00PM Tuesday ![](/static/Citizen-24_02_1/img/public/msg_expiration.png)
* WHAT...During the period of the Excessive Heat Watches, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values around 105 are possible.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Washington County. In Virginia, Shenandoah, Frederick VA, Page, Warren and Clarke Counties. In West Virginia, Morgan, Berkeley and Jefferson Counties.
* WHEN...For the first Excessive Heat Watch, from Monday morning through Monday evening. For the second Excessive Heat Watch, from Tuesday morning through Tuesday 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...Very warm and humid conditions will persist into the overnight hours. Ensure to stay hydrated and find ways to stay cool.
* AFFECTED AREAS: WASHINGTON ... SHENANDOAH ... FREDERICK ... PAGE ... WARREN ... CLARKE ... MORGAN ... BERKELEY ... JEFFERSON
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.
Address/Location
Jefferson County HSEM
28 Industrial Blvd
Kearneysville, WV 25430
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 304-728-3290
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Excessive Heat Watch