Headline:
Heat Advisory issued September 11 at 2:11AM AST until September 11 at 5:00PM AST by NWS San Juan PR
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 10, 2026 - 11:11pm
Expires:
September 11, 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 U.S. Virgin
Islands, St Croix and St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High concentrations of Saharan Dust will also
be present today, resulting in hazy skies, reduced visibilities and
deteriorated air quality.
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