Headline:
Heat Advisory issued August 19 at 1:42AM EDT until August 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 18, 2026 - 10:42pm
Expires:
August 19, 2026 - 6:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 106 expected.
* WHERE...Cumberland and Sampson Counties.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
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.
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:
Cumberland; Sampson
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov