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Posted on: August 9, 2022

[ARCHIVED] High Heat Warning . . .

High Heat Index Warning

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... 
 
 * WHAT...Heat index values between 100 to 104 degrees expected. 
 
 * WHERE...Lebanon, Dauphin, York and Lancaster Counties. 
 
 * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Tuesday. 
 
 * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the 
 risk of heat related illnesses. 
 
 * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Maximum heat index values are forecast to 
 this afternoon. Low temperatures in the mid to upper 70s early 
 this Tuesday morning will not provide much relief from the heat. 
 
 PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 
 
 Excessive Heat can be life-threatening among at-risk populations, 
 such as children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health 
 conditions. 
 
 Drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun, and stay in an air- 
 conditioned room. Check up on relatives and neighbors, and 
 provide pets with adequate water and shelter from the sun. 
 
 Young children and pets should never be left unattended in 
 vehicles under any circumstances. LOOK BEFORE YOU LOCK. 
 
 If you work or spend time outside, 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. 
 
 For excessive heat safety information, visit weather.gov/heat. 

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