Active Alerts Branch, MS

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out ofthe sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loosefitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morningor evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion andheat stroke.To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety andHealth Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks inshaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heatshould be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is anemergency! Call 9 1 1.Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected.* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central,northeast, south central, and southeast Mississippi.* WHEN...From 10 AM Saturday to 8 PM CDT Sunday.* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heatillnesses.