July 2, 20188 yr 344 PM EDT Mon Jul 2 2018 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING... The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued an Excessive Heat Watch, which is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * HEAT INDEX VALUES...Up to 107 due to temperatures in the lower 90s, and dewpoints in the lower 70s. * IMPACTS...Heat stroke, heat exhaustion and other heat-related illnesses will be possible, especially if you spend a significant amount of time outdoors, or are involved in any strenuous outdoor activity. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing 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 911.
July 2, 20188 yr Author I wouldn't be surprised to see this expanded by the NWS offices that cover the rest of Kentucky. Wednesday afternoon most of the state could see heat index range from around 100 to 107. This is from 11 am to 8 pm EDT.
July 3, 20188 yr Author This watch has been upgraded to a warning. Louisville and its surrounding area have been added to this Excessive Heat Warning. 329 PM EDT Tue Jul 3 2018 ...Dangerously Hot Holiday... KYZ030-040900- /O.UPG.KLMK.HT.Y.0003.180704T1500Z-180705T0100Z/ /O.NEW.KLMK.EH.W.0001.180704T1500Z-180705T0100Z/ /O.NEW.KLMK.HT.Y.0004.180705T0100Z-180706T0100Z/ Jefferson- Including the city of Louisville 329 PM EDT Tue Jul 3 2018 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM EDT WEDNESDAY... ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM WEDNESDAY TO 9 PM EDT THURSDAY... The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued an Excessive Heat Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 9 PM EDT Wednesday. A Heat Advisory has also been issued. This Heat Advisory is in effect from 9 PM Wednesday to 9 PM EDT Thursday. * TEMPERATURE...Temperatures rising to 93 to 98 combined with high humidity will result in peak heat index values near 110 degrees on Independence Day. Heat index readings around 105 degrees are expected on Thursday. * IMPACTS...This combination of heat and humidity will lead to an increased risk of heat-related stress and illness. The very young, elderly, those without air conditioning, and those participating in strenuous outdoor activities are the most susceptible. Also, car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take extra precautions...if you 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. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
July 5, 20188 yr Author The Excessive Heat Warning continues for the city of Cincinnati on Thursday. 817 PM EDT Wed Jul 4 2018 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... * HEAT INDEX VALUES...Heat index values will range from 100 to 105 degrees on Thursday. * TIMING...The highest heat indices will be between noon and 8 PM. * IMPACTS...Heat stroke, heat exhaustion and other heat related illnesses will be possible, especially if you spend a significant amount of time outdoors, or are involved in any strenuous outdoor activity. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing and drink plenty of water. If possible, spend more time in air conditioned or well- ventilated places. Reschedule strenuous outdoor activities to early morning or evening. Friends, relatives, or neighbors should check on the elderly and people with chronic ailments, who are usually the first to suffer from heat-related illness. 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 911.
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