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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
1252 PM EDT Mon Jul 27 2026

GAZ018-026-028-029-280600-
/O.NEW.KGSP.HT.Y.0007.260728T1600Z-260729T0000Z/
Stephens-Franklin-Hart-Elbert-
Including the cities of Nuberg, Franklin Springs, Gumlog, Fortsonia,
Royston, Middleton, Ruckersville, Reed Creek, Toccoa, Hartwell,
Boydville, Canon, Lavonia, and Elberton
1252 PM EDT Mon Jul 27 2026

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 109 expected.

* WHERE...Elbert, Franklin, Hart, and Stephens Counties.

* WHEN...From noon to 8 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
  illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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