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Heat Advisory issued June 21 at 12:35PM EDT until June 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC* WHAT...Heat index values up to around 105 to 107 expected, withheat index values generally between 100 and 104 degrees west ofthe Blue Ridge Mountains.* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northeast,northern, southern and western Maryland, The District ofColumbia, central, northern and northwest Virginia and easternand panhandle West Virginia.* WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Saturday.* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heatillnesses to occur.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Oppressive heat and humidity willoverspread the area Saturday and last into Sunday. Little relieffrom the heat is expected Saturday night with low temperaturesin mid 70s to near 80 for most, which will compound heat stresson those without air conditioning.Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay outof the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Youngchildren and pets should never be left unattended in vehiclesunder any circumstances.Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. Whenpossible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning orevening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing whenpossible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the OccupationalSafety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequentrest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyoneovercome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

National Weather Service