The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for the majority of Rhode Island at 2:44 am on Thursday, July 27.
The Heat Advisory is in effect from 11 am this morning until 8 pm on Saturday.
Heat Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 244 AM EDT Thu Jul 27 2023 MAZ020-021-RIZ005>007-272100- /O.EXB.KBOX.HT.Y.0001.230727T1500Z-230730T0000Z/ Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Bristol RI-Washington RI- Newport RI- Including the cities of Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Bristol, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport 244 AM EDT Thu Jul 27 2023 ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM EDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...Heat index values of 95 to 100 expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Southern Bristol and Southern Plymouth Counties. In Rhode Island, Bristol, Washington and Newport Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. 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.
