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To: calgal who wrote (54870)	8/7/2011 7:07:48 PM
From: calgal	Respond to of 103300

Heat Advisory Statement as of 11:43 am CDT on August 7, 2011 ... Heat advisory remains in effect until 9 PM CDT Tuesday... * event... afternoon heat indices will climb to 105 degrees or higher through Tuesday evening. Overnight lows remain in the upper 70s to lower 80s in rural areas and in the mid to upper 80s in urban areas. * Timing... high heat index readings are expected through Tuesday evening. * Impact... increased concern for heat related illness or death due to persistent hot and humid conditions... especially for those involved in outdoor activities... or are in insufficiently cooled homes or buildings. Precautionary/preparedness actions... Be sure to check on persons with health problems and the elderly... as they are the most susceptible to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Never leave Young children or pets in an enclosed vehicle... even for a short time... as temperatures can quickly rise to life threatening levels. 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 911.