Iron Post, OK Weather Warnings

Excessive Heat Warning issued June 28 at 1:13PM CDT until June 28 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK * WHAT...Heat index values of 110 to 115 are expected to develop this afternoon and again Saturday afternoon. * WHERE...Muskogee, Okfuskee, Craig, Creek, Mayes, Nowata, Okmulgee, Osage, Pawnee, Rogers, Tulsa, Wagoner, Washington OK, McIntosh, and Pittsburg Counties. * WHEN...Excessive Heat Warning until 9 PM CDT this evening and again from noon to 9 PM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will create a dangerous situation in which heat related illnesses are more likely. 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. Do not leave young children and 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.

National Weather Service