Excessive Heat Watch issued for Richland County 
The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued an Excessive
Heat Watch, which is in effect from Thursday afternoon through
Saturday evening.
* TEMPERATURE...Afternoon temperatures of 95 to 100 are possible,
with afternoon heat indices topping off in the 105 to 110
degree range.
* IMPACTS...This potentially dangerous and prolonged heat can
cause heat illnesses, especially in the elderly, very young, and
pets.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
An Excessive Heat Watch means that a prolonged period of hot
temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and
high humidity will combine to create a dangerous 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.
Address/Location
Richland County WI Emergency Management
1027 N Jefferson St
Richland Center, WI 53581
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 608-647-8187
