Prairie County, MT
Alerts
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In effect from Monday 07/27 1:05 PM MDT – Monday 07/27 10:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Glasgow MT
What
Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures near 100 expected.
Where
Dawson, Prairie, and Wibaux Counties.
When
Until 10 PM MDT this evening.
Impacts
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
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.
Areas Impacted
- Dawson
- Prairie
- Wibaux
Tips to Stay Safe
An Extreme Heat Warning means that extremely dangerous heat conditions are happening now or soon. You must take precautions to protect yourself and others from extreme heat.
- Stay inside in air conditioning if possible. If you don’t have air conditioning, go to a library, mall, or local cooling center.
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated, and wear loose, light-colored clothing.
- Check on friends, family, and neighbors, especially those who do not have air conditioning or spend much of their time alone.
- Reschedule outdoor activities for a cooler day.
- If you must be outdoors, take longer and more frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning, and avoid the hottest parts of the day.
- Bring pets indoors if possible. If pets are left outside, make sure they have shade and plenty of cool water.
- Make sure you know the signs of heat-related illness and how to respond.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Extreme Heat Warning
Created by the NWS Glasgow WFO
A ridge across the area will bring strong heat to northeast Montana today with highs in the 90s to near 100. Drink Plenty of water, limit your time outdoors, and take frequent breaks when working outside. #mtwx
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
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