Heat advisory continues, scattered thunderstorms

High pressure is sticking around with scattered thunderstorms and hot temps. A Heat Advisory has been issued through Wednesday.

Tuesday, partly cloudy with highs into the 90's and low 100's for the Snake River Plain. A slight chance of thunderstorms for the valleys. Scattered thunderstorms for our local mountains.

Wednesday, partly cloudy with highs into the mid to upper 90's with a few thunderstorms.

HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY…

• WHAT…Temperatures of 95 to 102 expected each afternoon.
  Overnight low temperatures may not drop below 65 degrees in some
  areas.
• WHERE…Hailey, Shoshone, Burley, American Falls, Aberdeen,
  Malad, Preston, Lava Hot Springs, Pocatello, Chubbuck,
  Blackfoot, Idaho Falls, Rigby, Rexburg, Idaho National
  Laboratory, Arco, Mackay, Challis, and surrounding areas.
• WHEN…Until 9 PM Wednesday.
• IMPACTS…Continued hot temperatures over a multiple day
  period, with only moderate overnight relief, may cause heat
  illnesses to occur.

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. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. 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. continues