Headline:
Heat Advisory issued July 27 at 6:48PM CDT until July 27 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 27, 2026 - 4:48pm
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 104.
* WHERE...In Kansas, Decatur, Norton, Rawlins, Thomas, Greeley,
Logan, and Wichita Counties. In Nebraska, Hitchcock and Red Willow
Counties.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT /9 PM MDT/ this evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
Instruction:
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
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:
Rawlins; Decatur; Norton; Thomas; Logan; Greeley; Wichita; Hitchcock; Red Willow
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender: