Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 27 at 2:24AM CDT until July 27 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 27, 2026 - 12:24am
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values reaching 108 to 114. For the Extreme Heat
Watch, dangerously hot conditions with peak heat index values
around 105 possible.
* WHERE...Anderson, Coffey, Douglas, Franklin, Lyon, Osage, and
Shawnee Counties.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 9 PM CDT this evening.
For the Extreme Heat Watch, from this evening through Tuesday
evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity 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.
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.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Area Description:
Shawnee; Douglas; Lyon; Osage; Franklin; Coffey; Anderson
Forcast Office:
NWS Topeka KS
Sender: