BY: WEATHER TEAM | BocaNewsNow.com
BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2023 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — The National Weather Service is again warning of extreme heat Friday in South Palm Beach County and all of South Florida. The National Weather Service issued this alert which goes into effect at 11 a.m.
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Miami FL
721 AM EDT Fri Jul 7 2023
…HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EDT
THIS EVENING…
- WHAT…Heat index values ranging from 108 to 112.
- WHERE…Inland Palm Beach County, Metro Palm Beach County,
Inland Broward County, Metro Broward County, Coastal Palm
Beach County and Coastal Broward County. - WHEN…From 11 AM this morning 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.
