Lincoln-Knox-Coastal Waldo-
Including the cities of Whitefield, Dresden, Alna, Bremen,
Bristol, Damariscotta, Newcastle, Boothbay Harbor, Wiscasset,
Waldoboro, Owls Head, Rockland, Appleton, Camden, Hope, Rockport,
Thomaston, Belfast, Northport, Searsmont, and Lincolnville
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EDT TUESDAY...
The National Weather Service in Gray has issued a Heat Advisory,
which is in effect until 7 PM EDT Tuesday.
* Heat Index Values...In the mid 90s due to temperatures in the
lower 90s, and dewpoints around 70.
* Timing...This afternoon. Temperatures are expected to approach
90 Tuesday afternoon, and combined with high humidity heat
index values will once again climb into the mid 90s.
* Impacts...The combination of heat and humidity will make it
more difficult for the body to naturally cool itself,
increasing the risk of heat stress and related conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is
expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity
will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are
possible. Drink plenty of fluids...stay in an air-conditioned
room...stay out of the sun...and check up on relatives and
neighbors, especially older adults who live alone, to make sure
they are able to stay cool.
People who work or exercise outside or in hot environments, and
children attending summer camps or outdoor sports practices
should take extra precautions. When possible...reschedule
strenuous activities to early morning. Know the signs and
symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight
and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of
water.
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.
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