Weather Alerts for Plano, Collin County, TexasIssued by the National Weather Service |
 HEAT ADVISORY |
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| PLANO, COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS | ||
Areas Affected: Collin - Cooke - Dallas - Delta - Denton - Fannin - Grayson - Hopkins - Hunt - Kaufman - Lamar - Montague - Rains - Rockwall - Tarrant - Van Zandt - Wise |
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| Effective: Sun, 7/25 12:00pm | Updated: Sun, 7/25 11:07am | Urgency: Expected |
| Expires: Sun, 7/25 7:00pm | Severity: Minor | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values 105 to 107 expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Texas. * WHEN...From noon to 7 PM CDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Information: Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. 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 lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. 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. |
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