Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 1:07PM CDT until July 21 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 11:07am
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115.
* WHERE...Cowley, Harper, Sumner, Chautauqua, Elk, Labette,
Montgomery, Neosho, and Wilson Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
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.
Area Description:
Harper; Sumner; Cowley; Elk; Wilson; Neosho; Chautauqua; Montgomery; Labette
Forcast Office:
NWS Wichita KS
Sender: