The heat and humidity will persist through this weekend with heat indices above 100 degrees. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms Sunday evening.
Marshall-Nemaha-Brown-Pottawatomie-Jackson-Jefferson-Wabaunsee-Shawnee-Douglas-
Including the cities of Marysville, Blue Rapids, Frankfort, Sabetha, Seneca, Hiawatha, Horton, Wamego, St. Marys, Holton, Valley Falls, Oskaloosa, Perry, McLouth, Grantville, Meriden, Nortonville, Alma, Eskridge, Maple Hill, Alta Vista, McFarland, Harveyville, Paxico, Topeka, and Lawrence
HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT SATURDAY
* WHAT: Heat index values around 105 expected.
* WHERE: Marshall, Nemaha, Brown, Pottawatomie, Jackson, Jefferson, Wabaunsee, Shawnee and Douglas Counties.
* WHEN: From noon to 8 PM CDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.
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.