* WHAT...Heat index values from 110 to 115 are expected both Saturday afternoon and Sunday afternoon. Overnight lows in the upper 70s to locally, the mid 80s are expected Saturday night.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Oklahoma.
* WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to noon CDT Sunday. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from noon to 8 PM CDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Heat related illnesses are possible especially impacting those not acclimated to the conditions or those performing strenuous activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Effects from this extended heat can accumulate over the days, especially for those with limited access to air conditioning given how warm the nights are staying. It is important to check in on those vulnerable to heat.
* AFFECTED AREAS: WASHINGTON ... NOWATA ... CRAIG ... OTTAWA ... TULSA ... ROGERS ... MAYES ... DELAWARE ... CREEK ... OKMULGEE ... WAGONER ... MUSKOGEE ... SOUTHEAST OSAGE
Instructions:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and 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.
