WA WFO SEATTLE Warnings, Watches, and Advisories
WFO SEATTLE Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, August 8, 2022
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HEAT ADVISORY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
259 PM PDT Sun Aug 7 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures in the mid 80s to mid
90s expected. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related
illness.
* WHERE...Tacoma Area, Bellevue and Vicinity, East Puget Sound
Lowlands, Lower Chehalis Valley Area, Hood Canal Area,
Southwest Interior, Seattle and Vicinity and Bremerton and
Vicinity.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Heat will increase the risk of heat-related
illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially
those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The warmest temperatures will be inland,
away from the water and over the interior south of Tacoma.
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...