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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
728 AM CDT Sat May 25 2024

TXZ147-148-158>162-174-175-252100-
/O.NEW.KFWD.HT.Y.0001.240525T1800Z-240526T0100Z/
Freestone-Anderson-Bell-McLennan-Falls-Limestone-Leon-Milam-
Robertson-
Including the cities of Franklin, Wortham, Buffalo, Fort Cavazos,
Centerville, Fairfield, Calvert, Waco, Killeen, Temple, Oakwood,
Teague, Mexia, Normangee, Marlin, Rockdale, Hearne, Jewett,
Groesbeck, Cameron, and Palestine
728 AM CDT Sat May 25 2024

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 8 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index values of 105-109 expected.

* WHERE...Bell, Falls, Freestone, Limestone, McLennan, Anderson,
  Leon, Milam, and Robertson Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 8 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the
  risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those
  working or participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.Young children and
pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any
circumstances. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended
vehicles.

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.

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Bonnette