WHAT
Heat index values up to 107 expected.
WHERE
Portions of central, east central, north central, northeast, northwest, southeast, and west central Georgia.
WHEN
From noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening.
IMPACTS
Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
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. 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.