Hot temperatures are expected across the islands, the National Weather Service said.
Showers and t-storms are expected in the afternoon over central and northwestern sections of Puerto Rico, according to the NWS.
As of 2:00 p.m., the National Hurricane Center was monitoring a tropical wave that has moved off the coast of Africa.
Development will likely be limited by dry and stable air over the next few days, but a tropical depression could form (40% chance) by the middle to latter part of next week over the central tropical Atlantic.
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HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM AST THIS AFTERNOON
* WHAT…This level of heat affect most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health system and in heat-sensitive industries.
* WHERE…All urban and coastal areas, as well as the eastern interior, Vieques, Culebra in Puerto Rico, and all of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
* WHEN…From 10 AM this morning to 4 PM AST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing.
Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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.
