Heat Advisory Sunday during Intensive Observational Period 2


 URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Amarillo TX
1253 PM CDT Sun Jun 20 2021


TXZ008-317-210100-
/O.CON.KAMA.HT.Y.0003.210620T1800Z-210621T0100Z/
Hutchinson-Palo Duro Canyon-
Including the cities of Borger and Palo Duro Canyon State Park
1253 PM CDT Sun Jun 20 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Temperatures of 106 to 107 degrees expected.

* WHERE...Hutchinson County and Palo Duro Canyon.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 8 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

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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