Full Notification

Summer has made a return to the South Carolina Lowcountry and Southeast Georgia as strong high pressure prevails. High temperatures this afternoon are expected to peak into the mid 90s away from the beaches. These temperatures combined with moderate levels of humidity will produce heat index values of 98 to 102 degrees this afternoon. While this level of heat is not unusual for the area, this is the first real multi-day heat episode of the year. Be sure to take extra precautions if working outside today or if residing in a home of business without air conditioning.

* AFFECTED AREAS: JENKINS ... SCREVEN ... CANDLER ... BULLOCH ... EFFINGHAM ... TATTNALL ... EVANS ... INLAND BRYAN ... COASTAL BRYAN ... INLAND CHATHAM ... COASTAL CHATHAM ... LONG ... INLAND LIBERTY ... COASTAL LIBERTY ... INLAND MCINTOSH ... COASTAL MCINTOSH ... ALLENDALE ... HAMPTON ... INLAND COLLETON ... DORCHESTER ... INLAND BERKELEY ... INLAND JASPER ... BEAUFORT ... COASTAL COLLETON ... CHARLESTON ... COASTAL JASPER ... TIDAL BERKELEY

Instructions:

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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.