Full Notification

The combination of heat and humidity will allow for heat indices to reach 105F or slightly higher west of the Mississippi River this afternoon. The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a Heat Advisory, which is in effect until 6 PM CDT this evening.

* HEAT INDEX READINGS...105F to 108F

* TIMING...from noon CDT to 6pm CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...high heat will cause stress for individuals who work outside and for elderly and pets with no means of air conditioning. Limit your sun exposure and any strenuous outdoor activities until later in the day and stay well hydrated.

* AFFECTED AREAS: RANDOLPH ... ST. FRANCIS ... DUNKLIN ... CLAY ... PEMISCOT ... CROSS ... PHILLIPS ... MISSISSIPPI ... CRAIGHEAD ... GREENE ... LEE ... POINSETT ... CRITTENDEN ... LAWRENCE

Instructions:

A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible. 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, 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. 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.