Orleans County, NY
Alerts
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In effect from Thursday 06/11 12:00 PM EDT – Thursday 06/11 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Buffalo NY
What
Heat index values in the mid 90s expected.
Where
Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Livingston, and Ontario Counties.
When
From noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening.
Impacts
Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat related illnesses to occur.
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. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
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.
Areas Impacted
- Niagara
- Orleans
- Monroe
- Wayne
- Northern Cayuga
- Livingston
- Ontario
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.
Briefing
From the Forecaster
Heat Advisory Today
Created by the NWS Buffalo WFO
A Heat Advisory is in effect for portions of the area today. Warming temperatures with humidity remaining in place will result in Heat Index values in the upper 80s to mid 90s for most of the area. The highest Heat Index values are expected for areas north of I90 and the lower elevations of the western & northern Finger Lakes. The Heat Advisory is in effect from 12-8 PM.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
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