DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) – The National Weather Service has issued an EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING for North and Central Texas through 7 PM CDT Sunday. An Excessive Heat Warning means that a prolonged period of extremely hot conditions will occur. This is a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are likely. Temperatures may climb into the 105-112 degree range.
Information below from the National Weather Service Website:
* TEMPERATURES…High temperatures ranging from 105 to 112 are
expected this afternoon and Sunday.
* HEAT INDICES…Heat index values may exceed 110 degrees at
times.
* IMPACTS…Very hot conditions will increase the risk of heat
related illnesses.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Be sure to check on persons with health problems and the elderly,
as they are the most susceptible to heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Never leave young children or pets in an enclosed
vehicle, even for a short time, as temperatures can quickly rise
to life threatening levels.
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 911.
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