Full Notification

...Dangerous Heat Late This Week... .A period of dangerous heat is expected late this week. The hottest day looks to be Friday. The highest temperatures and heat indices are expected across parts of northeast Iowa and southwest Wisconsin, and also in some river valley locations. Exposure to heat for multiple days is very dangerous, especially for the elderly, children, and pets. Be sure to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts, especially if you have outdoor plans. The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a Heat Advisory, which is in effect from noon Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* TEMPERATURE...Afternoon temperatures of 90 to 95 are expected, with afternoon heat indices between 100 and 105.

* Impacts...Heat-related illnesses may occur with prolonged exposure to the heat. The elderly, children, and pets are especially at risk for heat illnesses.

* AFFECTED AREAS: LA CROSSE ... HOUSTON ... DODGE ... FILLMORE ... WINONA ... TREMPEALEAU ... OLMSTED ... ADAMS ... JACKSON ... MOWER ... BUFFALO ... JUNEAU ... VERNON ... MONROE ... WABASHA

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.