Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 12 at 1:20PM EDT until August 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 12, 2026 - 10:20am
Expires:
August 12, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108. For the
Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index
values up to 113 expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Camden, Coastal Glynn, Inland Camden, and Inland
Glynn Counties.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 7 PM EDT this evening. For the
Extreme Heat Warning, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
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.
Area Description:
Inland Glynn; Coastal Glynn; Inland Camden; Coastal Camden
Forcast Office:
NWS Jacksonville FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov