Weather / Extreme Heat Warning
Extreme Heat Warning issued September 7 at 10:03AM AST until September 7 at 5:00PM AST by NWS San Juan PR
San Juan and Vicinity; Northeast; Southeast; Eastern Interior; North Central; Central Interior; Ponce and Vicinity; Northwest; Western Interior; Mayaguez and Vicinity; Southwest
Details
* WHAT...This level of heat can affect anyone without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. * WHERE...Puerto Rico. * WHEN...Until 5 PM AST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during periods of very high heat indices or high temperatures. This extreme heat event poses a severe threat to anyone with inadequate cooling or hydration. These extreme impacts will be most pronounced across coastal sections, lowlands, interior valleys, and urban areas.
What To Do
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. 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 and heat stroke. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
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Source: National Weather Service.