Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 4 at 1:00PM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 4, 2026 - 10:00am
Expires:
July 4, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, heat index values near 110.
For the Heat Advisory, heat index values near 105.
* WHERE...The northeast Piedmont and northern Coastal Plain of NC.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
For the Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. 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 on relatives and neighbors.
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 or
heat stroke.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
Area Description:
Granville; Vance; Warren; Halifax; Orange; Durham; Franklin; Nash; Edgecombe; Chatham; Wake; Wilson
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender: