...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in Lubbock has issued a Heat Advisory, which is in effect from noon today to 9 PM CDT this evening. * TEMPERATURE...Very hot temperatures around 105 degrees are expected over the southern and central South Plains, with near 110 degrees expected over the southern Rolling Plains. Humidity levels will drop on the Caprock this afternoon, but will remain elevated across the southern Rolling Plains until mid or late this afternoon. * IMPACTS...The risk of heat stress and heat illness will increase today. Outdoor workers, elderly, children, and animals all could suffer from excessive heat. * PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Heat Advisory means high temperatures and/or high heat indices are expected. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside - 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. Also assure animals also have access to shade and 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. &&
