Headline:
Heat Advisory issued July 22 at 12:09AM CDT until July 22 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 10:09pm
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 105 expected.
* WHERE...Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Jefferson, Lamar, Pickens,
Shelby, Sumter, Tuscaloosa, and Walker Counties.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
Instruction:
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
stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible
and drink plenty of water.
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.
Area Description:
Lamar; Fayette; Walker; Pickens; Tuscaloosa; Jefferson; Shelby; Sumter; Greene; Hale; Bibb
Forcast Office:
NWS Birmingham AL
Sender: