Buckley, WA Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SUNDAY TO 5 AM PDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 85 to 90
degrees and low temperatures down to 60 to 65 degrees expected
This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness.

* WHERE...Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Eastside,
Foothills and Valleys of Central King County, Foothills and
Valleys of Pierce and Southern King Counties, Foothills and
Valleys of Snohomish and Northern King Counties, and Foothills and
Valleys of Thurston and Lewis Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Sunday to 5 AM PDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The warmest daytime high temperatures are
expected Monday afternoon and the warmest overnight lows are
expected Monday night into Tuesday morning.

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.

For sheltering information and other human services in your area,
dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit wa211.org anytime.

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