Headline:
Heat Advisory issued August 20 at 12:12PM CDT until August 21 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 20, 2026 - 10:12am
Expires:
August 20, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 110 expected. For the Heat Advisory,
heat index values up to 108 expected.
* WHERE...Choctaw and Pushmataha Counties.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT this evening.
For the Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM CDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. Heat related illnesses are
possible especially impacting those not acclimated to the
conditions or those performing strenuous activities.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
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.
Area Description:
Pushmataha; Choctaw
Forcast Office:
NWS Tulsa OK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov