Washtenaw County, MI

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In effect from Thursday 06/11 12:00 PM EDT – Thursday 06/11 8:00 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI

What

Heat index values up to 100 expected.

Where

Lenawee, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties.

When

From noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening.

Impacts

Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

What to Do

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Check with local emergency management officials for information on cooling center availability.


Areas Impacted

  • Oakland
  • Macomb
  • Washtenaw
  • Wayne
  • Lenawee
  • Monroe

Tips to Stay Safe

A Heat Advisory means dangerous heat conditions are happening now or soon. Take action before, during and after the heat to stay safe. 

  • Stay in air-conditioned spaces if possible. Find cooling centers or places with AC in your community that you can go to, like libraries or shopping malls. 
  • Stay hydrated and stock up on clean drinking water to get you through multiple days of heat.
  • Reschedule outdoor activities for cooler times of the day, and take breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
  • Cover windows with curtains or shades, or use window reflectors designed to reflect heat back outside. 
  • Check on friends, family, and neighbors, especially those who do not have air conditioning or spend much of their time alone. 

Make sure you know the signs of heat-related illness and how to respond.

Briefings

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From the Forecaster

Heat Advisory Today

Created by the NWS Detroit/Pontiac WFO

A Heat Advisory is in effect for Lenawee, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties today. Heat index values up to 100 degrees are expected during this afternoon and evening.

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