Headline:
Heat Advisory issued August 19 at 11:14AM CDT until August 20 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 19, 2026 - 9:14am
Expires:
August 19, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 113. For the Heat Advisory, heat index
values up to 110 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast Arkansas, northeast Louisiana, and
central, north central, northwest, southwest, and west central
Mississippi.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 9 PM CDT this evening.
For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM CDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Chicot; West Carroll; East Carroll; Madison; Catahoula; Tensas; Concordia; Bolivar; Sunflower; Leflore; Washington; Humphreys; Holmes; Issaquena; Sharkey; Yazoo; Madison; Warren; Hinds; Claiborne; Jefferson; Adams; Franklin
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson MS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov