Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 2:30AM EDT until July 3 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 1, 2026 - 11:30pm
Expires:
July 2, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106
expected.
* WHERE...In New York, Eastern Clinton and Eastern Essex Counties.
In Vermont, Western Addison, Grand Isle, Western Chittenden,
Western Franklin, Eastern Windsor, and Western Rutland Counties.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest heat index values will occur
between 1 PM and 5 PM daily through Friday.
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:
Eastern Clinton; Eastern Essex; Grand Isle; Western Franklin; Western Chittenden; Western Addison; Western Rutland; Eastern Windsor
Forcast Office:
NWS Burlington VT
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