The south western part of the state is under a heat advisory.

The good news is that after we make it through today, the heat will subside and give in to temperatures in the upper 70's and lower 80's. Be sure to drink plenty of water today and keep and umbrella handy.






Heat Advisory

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Indianapolis IN
952 AM EDT Thu Jul 29 2021

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Including the cities of Williamsport, West Lebanon, Lafayette,
West Lafayette, Attica, Covington, Veedersburg, Crawfordsville,
Clinton, Newport, Rockville, Greencastle, Terre Haute, Brazil,
Clay City, Spencer, Sullivan, Linton, Bloomfield, Bloomington,
Nashville, Vincennes, Washington, Loogootee, Shoals, Bedford,
Mitchell, Seymour, and Brownstown
952 AM EDT Thu Jul 29 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat Index Values of 105 to 110 degrees.

* WHERE...Areas near and west of Interstate 65.

* WHEN...This afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illness may occur quickly for people
  and pets with prolonged outdoor exposure.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Developing thunderstorms late this
  afternoon will result in temperatures not as hot.

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.

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