Excessive Heat WARNING extended; cooling centers included

The National Weather Service in Paducah has upgraded their previous heat advisory to an Excessive Heat Warning, now in effect until 8 pm on Sunday.

The combination of high temperatures in the mid to upper 90s will combine with oppressive humidity to produce heat indices
from 105 to 110 degrees. some locations may even top 110 Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

A heat index of 105 degrees or higher is considered the level at which the body becomes more susceptible to heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

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.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. make sure outdoor pets have plenty of fresh water.

Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.

Cooling Centers:

Paducah
– The Paducah Warming-Cooling Center is at the Community Kitchen at 1237 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
Fulton County
– Willingham Center, 210 Carr Street, Fulton
Hickman County
– Hickman County Detention Center, 55 US Highway 51 North, Clinton
Marshall County
– Joe Creason Community Building, Benton
– Hardin Community Center, Hardin
Caldwell County
– Courthouse, 100 East Market Street, Princeton
Graves County 
– Graves County Senior Center, 901 North 15th Street, Mayfield