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Kingsville Police Department
Wednesday August 14th, 2019 :: 04:30 a.m. CDT

Alert

Heat Advisory until 06:00PM

...DANGEROUS HEAT CONDITIONS EXPECTED THIS AFTERNOON OVER THE SOUTHERN COASTAL BEND... .The combination of hot temperatures and high relative humidity values will result in dangerous heat indices over portions of South Texas this afternoon into early evening. The National Weather Service in Corpus Christi has issued a Heat Advisory, which is in effect from noon today to 6 PM CDT this evening.

* TEMPERATURE...Heat Index values 110 to 114 degrees.

* IMPACTS...Risk of heat-related illnesses, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

* AFFECTED AREAS: COASTAL KLEBERG ... INLAND KLEBERG ... COASTAL NUECES ... JIM WELLS ... INLAND NUECES

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

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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

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