An extreme heat warning will be in effect from noon-8 p.m. Thursday, June 18 in Caldwell County.

WHAT: Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected.

IMPACTS: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Little in the way of extreme heat has been observed so far this summer. The risk will be higher with little time to adjust to the extreme heat.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

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 or pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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.