BY: WEATHER TEAM | BocaNewsNow.com
BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2023 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — The heat advisory that was expected to expire Friday night has been extended through Saturday evening. The National Weather Service is advising of temperatures in the 90s that could feel like 108 degrees.
The National Weather Service issued this statement Saturday morning: “HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM EDT THIS EVENING… * WHAT… Heat index values ranging from 105 to 108 expected. * WHERE… Portions of southeast, southern and southwest Florida. * WHEN… From noon today to 7 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS… Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.
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. 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.”
