Heat Advisory Extended

This is an important message from ReadyPhiladelphia. Heat Advisory extended until 9/10 7PM. Drink plenty of fluids. Check on relatives and neighbors. Heat advisory now in effect until 7 PM EDT Saturday... * locations... Interstate 95 urban corridor from Wilmington to Trenton. * Heat index values... up to 102 due to high temperatures in the mid 90s... and dewpoints within several degrees of 70. * Outlook... cooler weather with lower humidity arrives Sunday. * Impacts... the heat will lead to increased risk for heat related illness especially for those who work outside or who do not have air conditioning. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A heat advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Drink plenty of fluids... stay in an air-conditioned room... stay out of the sun... and check up on relatives and neighbors. 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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. 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. For updated forecasts, visit the National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/phi For all current NWS Watches, Warnings, or Advisories, visit http://goo.gl/xfexUk For more information on emergency preparedness, visit www.phila.gov/ready     You received this message because you are registered with ReadyPhiladelphia. To change your Alert preferences, Login. For questions, e-mail warning@phila.gov.