Waarschuwingen, University of Puerto Rico- the College of Agricultural and Mechanical Arts

Excessive Heat Watch issued June 11 at 10:09AM AST until June 12 at 6:00PM AST by NWS San Juan PR * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108 possible. * WHERE...Mayaguez and Vicinity, North Central, Northeast, Northwest, Ponce and Vicinity, San Juan and Vicinity, Southeast, and Southwest Counties. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, until 6 PM AST this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from Wednesday morning through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. 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. 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. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.