... Heat advisory remains in effect until 6 PM CDT this evening...
Unseasonably hot temperatures will combine with high dewpoints to
produce dangerous heat indices between 110 and 118 degrees across
south Texas this afternoon. The highest heat index values will
occur between noon and 6 PM.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Children... the elderly and people with chronic ailments are
usually the first to suffer from the heat. Heat exhaustion...
cramps... or in extreme cases... heat stroke can result from
prolonged exposure to these conditions. Friends... relatives or
neighbors should check on people who may be at risk. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances. Car interiors can reach lethal
temperatures in a matter of minutes.
If you must be outside... reduce your activities... drink more
water than you think you need to... take frequent breaks and wear
light colored clothing.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A heat advisory is issued when the heat index is forecast to
reach 110 degrees or higher for two hours or more.