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Note: The Excessive Heat Warning has expired for the DC region. The most recent warning issuances before the expiration are below.
An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect to 8 pm Friday, August 2, 2024 including the following Washington, DC region jurisdictions.
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
MARYLAND: Prince George’s, Anne Arundel, Charles, St. Mary’s, Calvert, southeast Harford.
VIRGINIA: Arlington, Falls Church, Alexandria, King George.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING…
* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 103.
* WHERE…In District of Columbia, District of Columbia. In Maryland, Prince Georges, Anne Arundel, Charles, St. Marys and Calvert Counties. In Virginia, Arlington/Falls Church/Alexandria, and King George County.
* WHEN…Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
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.
An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect from 10 am to 8 pm Friday, August 2, 2024 including the following Washington, DC region jurisdictions.
MARYLAND: Kent, Queen Anne’s, Talbot, Caroline.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING…
* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108.
* WHERE…In Delaware, Kent and Inland Sussex Counties. In Maryland, Caroline, Kent MD, Queen Annes, and Talbot Counties. In New Jersey, Cumberland and Salem Counties.
* WHEN…Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Any showers and thunderstorms will bring relief from the excessive heat.
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.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
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.
An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect to 8 pm Friday, August 2, 2024 including the following Washington, DC region jurisdictions.
VIRGINIA: Caroline, Westmoreland.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING…
* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110.
* WHERE…Portions of northeast North Carolina and central, east central, eastern, north central, south central, and southeast Virginia.
* WHEN…Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
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.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
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.
An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect to 8 pm Friday, August 2, 2024 including the following Washington, DC region jurisdictions.
MARYLAND: Dorchester, Wicomico, Somerset, inland Worcester.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING…
* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110.
* WHERE…In Maryland, Dorchester, Inland Worcester, Somerset, and Wicomico Counties. In Virginia, Accomack County.
* WHEN…Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
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.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
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.