WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – Hot temperatures across parts of the Mountain State have prompted a heat advisory for multiple counties.
The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a heat advisory for areas outside the Mountains. This includes Wyoming, McDowell Counties, along with portions of southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia and
central, northern, and southern West Virginia.
The heat advisory in West Virginia goes into effect on Friday, July 28, from 11 am to 9 pm. Cooling stations have been announced for several locations.Â
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.
After a very warm night, hot and humid conditions continue Thursday and Friday, with heat indices potentially climbing into the low 100s across the lowlands, particularly on Friday. While far from a washout, the chance for pop-up showers and thunderstorms will continue through the end of the work week. A slow-moving cold front will bring increased shower and thunderstorm potential Saturday, finally moving through the area on Sunday and cooling off temperatures into next week.