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Marshall County Sheriff's Office
Tuesday August 27th, 2024 :: 04:24 a.m. EDT

Alert

EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ THIS MORNING TO 10 PM EDT /9 PM CDT/ THIS EVENING.

WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values around or greater than 105.
* WHERE...Elkhart-Starke-Pulaski-Marshall-Fulton IN-White-Cass IN-Miami-Wabash-Northern La Porte-Eastern St. Joseph IN-Northern Kosciusko-Southern La Porte-Western St. Joseph IN-Southern Kosciusko-Cass MI-Northern Berrien-Southern Berrien-
* WHEN...From 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ to 10 PM EDT /9 PM CDT/ 
  Tuesday.
* 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...Warm and humid conditions will persist into
  Wednesday, however shower and thunderstorm activity may limit
  heat indices. Heat indices Wednesday south of US 24 will likely
  be in the mid to upper 90s.

Instructions:

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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
Marshall County Sheriff's Office
1400 pioneer
Plymouth, IN 46563

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 574-936-3187

Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant 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:
Excessive Heat Warning

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