Værmelding for Grifton

Excessive Heat Warning issued July 6 at 7:31AM EDT until July 6 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110expected.* WHERE...Beaufort, Duplin, Greene, Lenoir, Martin, Pitt, andWashington Counties.* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening.* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly duringextreme heat and high humidity events.Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Carinteriors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety andHealth Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks inshaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heatshould be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is anemergency! Call 9 1 1.Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

National Weather Service