...A Heat Advisory is in effect this afternoon for portions of Northeast Texas and portions of Northwest Louisiana... ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON... * EVENT...High humidity combined high temperatures in the mid to upper 90s will yeild heat index values between 105 and 108 degrees. * TIMING...From noon until 4 PM CDT this afternoon.. * IMPACT...Heat index readings above 105 can increase the risk of heat related illnesses. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Otherwise, in this heat drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun and remember to check up on relatives and neighbors. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency, call 9 1 1.
