An excessive heat warning is in effect until 9 p.m. Friday evening.

The heat advisory issued earlier is no longer in effect.

Take extra precautions.  If you work or spend time outside, when possible, reschedule strenous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaution and heat stroke. Wear light weight and lose fitting clothing when possible, and drink plenty of water.

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 shuld be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency….call 911.

Drink plenty of fluids during a heat warning, stay in an air conditioned room if possible, try to stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.