Headline:
Heat Advisory issued August 17 at 11:29AM CDT until August 19 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 9:29am
Expires:
August 18, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 109 expected.
* WHERE...In Arkansas, Benton, Carroll, Madison, and Washington AR
Counties. In Oklahoma, Cherokee, Adair, Delaware, and Ottawa
Counties.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Tuesday to 9 PM CDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses are possible especially impacting
those not acclimated to the conditions or those performing
strenuous activities.
Instruction:
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:
Benton; Carroll; Washington; Madison; Ottawa; Delaware; Cherokee; Adair
Forcast Office:
NWS Tulsa OK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov