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Heat Advisory issued for Saturday

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High pressure over the west, delivering warming temperatures and smoke from the fires burning in California. A cold front approaches from the north for this weekend. As this front moves in, we'll see really warm temperatures with highs into the 90's and low 100's. Behind the front, look for dropping temperatures for Sunday and Monday.
HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT FRIDAY NIGHT TO MIDNIGHT SATURDAY NIGHT

  • WHAT…High temperatures of 96 to 101 degrees Saturday.
  • WHERE…Portions of the eastern Magic Valley and lower Snake
    Plain, including but not limited to Oakley, Burley, Rupert,
    American Falls, Aberdeen, Pocatello, Chubbuck, Fort Hall,
    Blackfoot, and Shelley.
  • WHEN…From midnight Friday night to midnight Saturday night.
    The hottest temperatures are expected Saturday afternoon and
    evening.
  • IMPACTS…Hot temperatures 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.

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