Heat Advisory In Effect Until Saturday Night
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
By Dan [email protected]
The advisory means the combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illness is possible, the National Weather Service said.
Officials are urging people to take precautions to avoid heat-related health problems.
“With high humidity, the body cannot effectively cool itself, which can lead to higher instances of heat exhaustion and heat stroke,” said Dr. Michael Olinger, State Emergency Medical Services Director with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.
“These can be life-threatening conditions, and Hoosiers should take precautions to protect themselves, as well as their families and neighbors,” Olinger said.
The heat index is expected to rise above 100 in some areas through Saturday.
High temperatures through Sunday are expected to be in the low 90s. There is a slight chance of storms through Saturday, the weather service said.
High temperatures on Monday and Tuesday are expected to be in the mid-80s, the weather service said.
Heat exhaustion occurs when a person can’t replenish the amount of hydration lost during extended periods of sweating. Heat stroke occurs when a person’s internal temperature regulation system fails. During times of high humidity, the body’s perspiration does not evaporate as efficiently, limiting the ability of the body to cool itself, and making it easier to overheat, according to a press release from the state homeland security department.
The following are suggestions on how to avoid health problems:
• Drink plenty of water. Avoid carbonated or alcoholic beverages.
• Take frequent breaks during outdoor activities, and try to avoid activities during the hottest part of the day.
• Stay indoors to limit exposure to the sun.
• People without access to air conditioning are more at risk for heat injury, especially on humid days. Take steps to stay cool, such as visiting a local library or another public building with air conditioning.
Symptoms of heat illness include dizziness, nausea, fatigue, clammy or flushed skin, excessive sweating or absence of sweating and muscle cramps.
Anyone who suspects they are suffering from heat illness should drink water, move to a cool area, use cold wash cloths to reduce body temperature and don’t hesitate to call for emergency assistance via 911, the state press release said.
High temperatures and humidity will bake much of the central U.S. this week, making it feel as hot as 115 degrees in some places and leading some cities to open cooling stations and take other precautions.
The heat wave is part of a high pressure system, sometimes called a "heat dome," that is pushing conditions to their hottest point so far this summer, though record hot temperatures are not expected, the weather service said.
Authorities from Minnesota to Louisiana are warning people to take precautions and check on the elderly and other vulnerable neighbors and relatives.
The temperature in the South Dakota capital of Pierre reached 105 degrees Wednesday afternoon.
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The advisory means the combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illness is possible, the National Weather Service said.
Officials are urging people to take precautions to avoid heat-related health problems.
“With high humidity, the body cannot effectively cool itself, which can lead to higher instances of heat exhaustion and heat stroke,” said Dr. Michael Olinger, State Emergency Medical Services Director with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.
“These can be life-threatening conditions, and Hoosiers should take precautions to protect themselves, as well as their families and neighbors,” Olinger said.
The heat index is expected to rise above 100 in some areas through Saturday.
High temperatures through Sunday are expected to be in the low 90s. There is a slight chance of storms through Saturday, the weather service said.
High temperatures on Monday and Tuesday are expected to be in the mid-80s, the weather service said.
Heat exhaustion occurs when a person can’t replenish the amount of hydration lost during extended periods of sweating. Heat stroke occurs when a person’s internal temperature regulation system fails. During times of high humidity, the body’s perspiration does not evaporate as efficiently, limiting the ability of the body to cool itself, and making it easier to overheat, according to a press release from the state homeland security department.
The following are suggestions on how to avoid health problems:
• Drink plenty of water. Avoid carbonated or alcoholic beverages.
• Take frequent breaks during outdoor activities, and try to avoid activities during the hottest part of the day.
• Stay indoors to limit exposure to the sun.
• People without access to air conditioning are more at risk for heat injury, especially on humid days. Take steps to stay cool, such as visiting a local library or another public building with air conditioning.
Symptoms of heat illness include dizziness, nausea, fatigue, clammy or flushed skin, excessive sweating or absence of sweating and muscle cramps.
Anyone who suspects they are suffering from heat illness should drink water, move to a cool area, use cold wash cloths to reduce body temperature and don’t hesitate to call for emergency assistance via 911, the state press release said.
High temperatures and humidity will bake much of the central U.S. this week, making it feel as hot as 115 degrees in some places and leading some cities to open cooling stations and take other precautions.
The heat wave is part of a high pressure system, sometimes called a "heat dome," that is pushing conditions to their hottest point so far this summer, though record hot temperatures are not expected, the weather service said.
Authorities from Minnesota to Louisiana are warning people to take precautions and check on the elderly and other vulnerable neighbors and relatives.
The temperature in the South Dakota capital of Pierre reached 105 degrees Wednesday afternoon.
The Associated Press contributed to this story.[[In-content Ad]]
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