Headline:
Heat Advisory issued July 2 at 1:32PM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 2, 2026 - 10:32am
Expires:
July 2, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heat index values between 100 to 105 expected each
afternoon.
* WHERE...Augusta and Rockingham Counties.
* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
For the second Heat Advisory, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. For
the third Heat Advisory, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Saturday.
* 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.
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.
Area Description:
Augusta; Rockingham
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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