Headline:
Heat Advisory issued August 20 at 11:09PM CDT until August 21 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 20, 2026 - 9:09pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 10:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 111 expected.
* WHERE...Lower Iberia, Lower St. Mary, East Cameron, Lower
Vermilion, and West Cameron Parishes.
* WHEN...From 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...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.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Area Description:
West Cameron; East Cameron; Lower Vermilion; Lower Iberia; Lower St. Mary
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov