Last Updated on August 24, 2021 by Cass County Online
Most of Indiana will be under a heat advisory for the afternoon of Tuesday, August 24, 2021.
Here’s the info from the National Weather Service for Cass County, Indiana:
(Latest updates here.)
HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM EDT /1 PM CDT/ THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ THIS EVENING…
* WHAT…Heat index values up to 102 expected.
* WHERE…Portions of northern Indiana, southwest Michigan and northwest Ohio.
* WHEN…From 2 PM EDT /1 PM CDT/ this afternoon to 9 PM EDT /8
PM CDT/ this evening.
* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
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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