Full Notification

The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued an Excessive Heat Warning, which is in effect from 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM CDT Saturday. The Excessive Heat Watch is no longer in effect.

* Heat Index Values...95 to 100 today then ranging from 100 to 110 Thursday through Saturday.

* Timing...This Afternoon through Saturday Evening.

* Impacts...Heat-related illnesses may occur due to the prolonged period of heat and humidity.

Instructions:

An Excessive Heat Warning means that a prolonged period of dangerously hot temperatures and high humidity will occur. This
combination will lead to a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are likely. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors, especially the elderly.

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.