Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 2:31AM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 1, 2026 - 11:31pm
Expires:
July 2, 2026 - 11:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values 110 or
greater expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, eastern, south central,
and southeast Virginia.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning 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:
Fluvanna; Cumberland; Goochland; Amelia; Powhatan; Prince George; Charles City; New Kent; Gloucester; Mathews; James City; Western Louisa; Eastern Louisa; Western Hanover; Eastern Hanover; Western Chesterfield; Eastern Chesterfield (Including Col. Heights); Western Henrico (Including the City of Richmond); Eastern Henrico; York
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: