Full Notification

...Prolonged Period of Excessive Heat through the Weekend... .The combination of heat and high humidity will lead to dangerously hot conditions through the weekend across much of the region. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Heat Advisory, which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Wednesday.

* HEAT INDEX VALUES...Up to 109 due to temperatures in the mid 90s, and dewpoints in the mid 70s.

* TIMING...The highest heat index values will occur mid day, though there won't be much relief during the overnight hours. Excessive heat will also be possible starting again Friday though the weekend.

* IMPACTS...The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure.

* AFFECTED AREAS: UPPER BUCKS ... ATLANTIC ... SOMERSET ... WESTERN CHESTER ... INLAND SUSSEX ... KENT ... WESTERN MONTGOMERY ... SOUTHEASTERN BURLINGTON ... TALBOT ... MIDDLESEX ... SALEM ... CAROLINE ... CECIL ... QUEEN ANNE'S ... HUNTERDON ... CUMBERLAND ... KENT ... WESTERN MONMOUTH ... OCEAN

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.