Advarsler, Almena Post Office

Heat Advisory issued July 27 at 8:02PM CDT until July 27 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Goodland KS * WHAT...Heat index values up to 105. * WHERE...In Kansas, Decatur, Norton, Greeley, and Wichita Counties. In Nebraska, Red Willow County. * WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT /9 PM MDT/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. 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.