Issued: Thu Jul 9 | 12:26 AM
In effect for: Robeson; Bladen; Columbus; Marlboro; Darlington; Dillon; Florence; Marion; Williamsburg; Northern Horry
Severe: Moderate
Certainty: Likely
Urgency: Expected
* WHAT…Heat index values up to 107 expected.
* WHERE…In North Carolina, Bladen, Columbus, and Robeson Counties.
In South Carolina, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, Marlboro,
Northern Horry, and Williamsburg Counties.
* WHEN…From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
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 when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion or
heat stroke.
Allow outside pets and livestock plenty of fresh drinking water and a
well ventilated and shaded location.
