Headline:
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 27 at 1:08AM EDT until July 28 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Extreme Heat Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
July 26, 2026 - 10:08pm
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 10:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 112
expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 115 possible.
* WHERE...Portions of Big Bend and Panhandle Florida.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ this
morning to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening. For the Extreme Heat
Watch, from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities. Hot temperatures
and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot
weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter
of minutes.
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.
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.
Area Description:
North Walton; Central Walton; Holmes; Washington; Jackson; Inland Bay; Calhoun; Inland Gulf; Inland Franklin; Gadsden; Leon; Inland Jefferson; Inland Wakulla; South Walton; Coastal Bay; Coastal Gulf; Coastal Franklin; Coastal Jefferson; Coastal Wakulla; Northern Liberty; Southern Liberty
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov