Headline:
Heat Advisory issued September 10 at 11:51AM AST until September 10 at 5:00PM AST by NWS San Juan PR
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 10, 2026 - 8:51am
Expires:
September 10, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to
heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate
hydration.
* WHERE...In Puerto Rico, Culebra and Vieques. In Virgin Islands, St
Croix and St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM AST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...High temperatures or elevated heat indices can worsen
symptoms in people with chronic conditions. They can also increase
the risk of heat-related illness among individuals sensitive to
heat with inadequate cooling or hydration. These risks are highest
across coastal areas, lowlands, interior valleys, and urban zones.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
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:
Culebra; Vieques; St.Thomas...St. John.. and Adjacent Islands; St Croix
Forcast Office:
NWS San Juan PR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov