Non-Precipitation Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Issued by NWS Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
792 WWUS74 KFWD 041731 NPWFWD URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fort Worth TX 1231 PM CDT Tue Jun 4 2024 TXZ142-156>160-174-175-050100- /O.CON.KFWD.HT.Y.0002.240604T1800Z-240605T0100Z/ Mills-Lampasas-Coryell-Bell-McLennan-Falls-Milam-Robertson- Including the cities of Temple, Goldthwaite, Hearne, Cameron, Killeen, Gatesville, Lampasas, Copperas Cove, Fort Cavazos, Rockdale, Waco, Marlin, Calvert, and Franklin 1231 PM CDT Tue Jun 4 2024 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...Bell, Coryell, Falls, Lampasas, McLennan, Mills, Milam, and Robertson Counties. * WHEN...Until 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. && $$ Barnes