Excessive Heat Warning in Jackson County, Mississippi
Issued by the National Weather Service and archived by Claims Pages
EXPIRED
6/28/2023 3:12:00 PM (UTC)
Urgency: Expected
Severity: Moderate
Certainty: Likely
6/28/2023 3:12:00 PM until 6/28/2023 8:00:00 PM
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.
EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM CDT
THURSDAY...
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM CDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot
conditions with heat index values 115-120 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi.
* WHEN...For the first Excessive Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT
this evening. For the second Excessive Heat Warning, from 10
AM to 8 PM CDT Thursday. For the third Excessive Heat Warning,
from 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase
the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.




