Stoddard County, MO - The National Weather Service in Paducah, KY has issued a Heat Advisory for Stoddard County for Tuesday, July 19, 2022.

Affected Area

Portions of southeast Missouri, far west Kentucky and far southwest Illinois

Description

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 8 PM CDT TUESDAY...

WHAT...Heat index values up to 106 expected.

WHERE...Portions of southeast Missouri, far west Kentucky and far southwest Illinois.

WHEN...From 1 PM to 8 PM CDT Tuesday.

IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Heat Advisory includes the following counties in southeast Missouri: Bollinger, Butler, Cape Girardeau, Carter, Mississippi, New Madrid, Ripley, Scott, Stoddard, and Wayne. In southwest Illinois: Alexander, Pulaski, and Union. In west Kentucky: Ballard, Carlisle, Fulton, and Hickman.

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.