Extreme Heat Warning 
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 29 at 3:59AM CDT until July 30 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Illinois and east central and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
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.
Address/Location
Ashley Community Fire Protection District
155 E Madison St
Ashley, IL 62808
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 618-485-6678
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