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Issued by NWS Key West, FL
Issued by NWS Key West, FL
118 WWUS72 KKEY 211559 NPWKEY URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Key West FL 1159 AM EDT Sun Jul 21 2024 FLZ076>078-212200- /O.CON.KKEY.HT.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-240721T2200Z/ Monroe Upper Keys-Monroe Middle Keys-Monroe Lower Keys- Including the Communities of Key Largo, Marathon, and Key West 1159 AM EDT Sun Jul 21 2024 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 111 expected. * WHERE...Florida Keys. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...A Heat Advisory means that a period of unusually hot temperatures and high humidity is expected, producing heat index values of 108 degrees or higher. These conditions will cause increased risk of heat illness for people outdoors or in non air conditioned spaces. 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. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight 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. && $$ MJV