Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 26 at 9:13AM CDT until July 28 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 26, 2026 - 7:13am
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115
expected.
* WHERE...In Illinois, Hamilton, Hardin, Saline, and Wayne IL
Counties. In Kentucky, Crittenden, Lyon, and Trigg Counties.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
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.
Area Description:
Wayne; Hamilton; Saline; Hardin; Crittenden; Lyon; Trigg
Forcast Office:
NWS Paducah KY
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