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3 weeks ago

DeWitt Fire is joining with local health departments and emergency management officials to remind all that an extreme heat advisory is in place for the coming days.

Individuals should take precautions when the temperatures and humidity are high. A heat advisory is in effect for our area this weekend into next week and when factoring in the high levels of humidity, it will likely feel like it is in the upper 90’s to over 100 degrees during much of this time frame. Residents should take steps to stay cool.

Seniors, small children and those with chronic health problems are at an increased risk for heat-related illness. Also, air pollution concentrations may become unhealthy for sensitive groups, like children and seniors, as well as those suffering from heart or lung diseases. The effects can be minimized by avoiding strenuous activity or outdoor exercise.

During this hot weather it is important for everyone to follow these safety tips:
• NEVER leave children, disabled individuals or pets in cars.
• Stay in an air-conditioned indoor location. If your home is not air conditioned, visit public places such as senior centers, libraries, and malls.
• Keep draperies and window shades closed.
• Drink water regularly, even if you’re not feeling thirsty. Limit intake of alcoholic beverages.
• Protect face and head by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
• Avoid too much sun and use a sunscreen lotion with a high SPF rating.
• Take cool showers or baths to cool down.
• Schedule outdoor activities carefully and pace yourself.
• Dress in loose-fitting clothing that covers as much skin as possible. ... See MoreSee Less

US National Weather Service Binghamton NY

An updated briefing on this weekend's heat wave is available. Heat indices look to reach into the mid 90s to around 100F Saturday afternoon, with even warmer weather on the way Sunday and Monday as he...

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DeWitt Fire District shared US National Weather Service Binghamton NY's photo.

3 weeks ago

Summer is here, folks! Take every precaution to protect yourselves from the coming high heat.The heat wave we've been talking about for a few days is still on the way to CNY and NEPA. This one looks to be one of the more serious, and prolonged events we've seen in quite a few years. Little relief is expected at night, so the effects on the human body may build up, especially targeting the young and elderly. The attached chart will help you recognize the signs of a heat related emergency. For more details, visit this link: www.weather.gov/media/bgm/publicbrief.pdf ... See MoreSee Less

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DeWitt Fire District

1 month ago

There is a heat advisory in place for today. Please use caution and stay hydrated! ... See MoreSee Less

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