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« on: July 14, 2013, 03:31:11 PM »
... Heat advisory in effect from noon to 8 PM EDT Monday...
The National Weather Service in New York has issued a heat
advisory... which is in effect from noon to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* Locations... western Long Island... interior portions of northeast
New Jersey... the lower Hudson Valley... and interior portions of
southern Connecticut.
* Hazards... heat.
* Heat index values... up to 100 due to temperatures in the middle
90s and dew point temperatures near 70.
* Timing... highest heat index values will occur during the
afternoon and early evening on Monday.
* Impacts... initial impacts if no protective action is taken...
fatigue. Sunstroke... muscle cramps... and/or heat exhaustion is
possible.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
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.
A heat advisory is issued when the combination of heat and
humidity is expected to make it feel like it is at least 95
degrees for two consecutive days or if heat index values reach 100
to 104 degrees. 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.
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