Weather Alert: High Heat Index Values Forecast Through Today In Fairfax City

Press release from the City of Fairfax:

07/22/2020

The National Weather Service has forecast high heat index values for the City of Fairfax.

The Heat Index is a measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored in with the actual air temperature. As an example, if the air temperature is 96°F and the relative humidity is 65 percent, the heat index — how hot it feels — is 121°F.

A few tips from the National Weather Service:

• Never leave people or animals in any vehicles, even for a short time, and bring pets indoors.
• Drink plenty of fluids.
• Stay in air-conditioned rooms and buildings.
• Stay out of the sun.
• Check on relatives and neighbors.
• 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.
• If you must work outdoors, schedule frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
• Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool, shaded location.
• Heat stoke is an emergency: call 911 immediately for assistance.

This press release was produced by the City of Fairfax. The views expressed here are the author’s own.