Headline:
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 13 at 11:22AM EDT until July 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Extreme Heat Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
July 13, 2026 - 8:22am
Expires:
July 13, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100
expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 104 possible.
* WHERE...Arenac and Gladwin Counties.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. For the
Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday evening.
* 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:
Gladwin; Arenac
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI
Sender: