Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 25 at 2:11PM CDT until July 25 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 25, 2026 - 12:11pm
Expires:
July 26, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 112. For the Heat Advisory, heat index
values up to 110 expected.
* WHERE...Marion, Chase, Harvey, and Reno Counties.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT this evening.
For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to 8 PM CDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
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:
Marion; Chase; Reno; Harvey
Forcast Office:
NWS Wichita KS
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