Full Notification

* WHAT...Temperatures up to 80 expected.

* WHERE...Klukwan and the Haines Highway.

* WHEN...From 1 PM to 7 PM AKDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures near Klukwan and along higher elevations of the Haines highway will reach temperatures near 80 degrees F. The city of Haines will not get as warm due to sea breezes, but temperatures into the mid 70s are still expected.

* AFFECTED AREAS: HAINES BOROUGH AND KLUKWAN

Instructions:

Drink plenty of fluids and check up on elderly and vulnerable relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances as vehicle interiors can reach extreme temperatures in as little as 10 minutes Take extra precautions when working in the sun. Wear sunscreen and lightweight, loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke Close curtains during the daytime to reduce sun insulation into the home and open windows at night to allow the home to cool off. Utilize fans or community buildings with air conditioning.