Heat Advisory until 08:00PM
The combination of very hot temperatures and elevated humidity values will result in dangerous heat indices across much of the area today, including parts of Webb, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Nueces, San Patricio, and Aransas counties. The National Weather Service in Corpus Christi has issued a Heat Advisory, which is in effect from Noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening.
* TEMPERATURE...Heat index values of 110 degrees or higher.
* IMPACTS...Increased risk of heat-related illnesses including Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke.
* AFFECTED AREAS: COASTAL KLEBERG ... DUVAL ... INLAND KLEBERG ... COASTAL NUECES ... JIM WELLS ... WEBB ... INLAND NUECES ... COASTAL SAN PATRICIO ... INLAND SAN PATRICIO ... COASTAL ARANSAS
Instructions:
A Heat Advisory means that heat indices of 110 degrees or higher are expected over most of the area for at least two hours. Prolonged exposure combined with physical activity could cause heat exhaustion and even heat stroke. The elderly, the very young, the sick, and people with heart conditions are most at risk in extreme heat. Reduce, eliminate, or reschedule strenuous activities to the coolest times of the day. If you must be outside, reduce your activities, and take frequent breaks preferably in an air conditioned area. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. Drink plenty of non-alcoholic liquids, preferably water, even if you do not feel thirsty.
Address/Location
Kingsville Police Department
1700 E King
Kingsville, TX 78363
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 361-592-4311
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Moderate - Possible 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:
- Heat Advisory