Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 1:58PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 1, 2026 - 10:58am
Expires:
July 2, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112
expected.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Dorchester, Inland Worcester, Somerset, and
Wicomico Counties. In Virginia, Eastern King William, Eastern King
and Queen, Lancaster, Middlesex, and Northumberland Counties.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM EDT Friday.
* 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.
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:
Dorchester; Wicomico; Somerset; Inland Worcester; Northumberland; Lancaster; Middlesex; Eastern King William; Eastern King and Queen
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
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