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Excessive Heat Warning in Effect for Shoreline, Lake Forest Park
The National Weather Service issued the warning as area forecasts approach record-breaking highs Monday, July 1.
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for the greater Seattle area through 11 p.m. Monday as high temperatures persist.
The Lake Forest Park forecast calls for a high of 89 Monday. Humidity was already at 76 percent at 8:30 Monday morning. High temps are expected to drop into the mid-70s later in the week. The Shoreline forecast predicts a high of 87 Monday.
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Here's the warning from the National Weather Service:
An excessive heat warning remains in effect until 11 pm this evening, July 1.
- Timing: temperatures across the greater Seattle metropolitan area today will be similar to Sunday...and humidity will be slightly higher. While Tuesday will be somewhat cooler...the temperatures will still be above normal. A gradual cooling trend will continue for the rest of the week.
- Temperature: highs today will be in the mid 80s to mid 90s in the Seattle metropolitan area. Lows tonight will be in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
- Impacts: hot weather lures many to rivers and lakes. Please be aware that the water...especially in the rivers...is cold enough to be hazardous. In addition river currents are strong this time of the year. Those sensitive to heat spells...such as the elderly...and those working outdoors should be prepared for a period of hot weather.
Take extra precaution 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 and drink plenty of water. Precautionary/preparedness actions...
An excessive heat warning means that a prolonged period of dangerously hot temperatures will occur. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are likely.
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Take extra precaution 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 and drink plenty of water. 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.
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