June 18th, 2024 by WCBC Radio
Official updates:
HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING
* WHAT…Heat index values around 100 expected.
* WHERE…In Maryland, Washington and Central and Eastern Allegany
Counties. In West Virginia, Eastern Mineral, Berkeley, Jefferson,
and Morgan Counties.
* WHEN…From noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
Recommended actions:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
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.
