John McCarthy
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a tropical wave located well to the southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands.
This system has a medium chance of development in the next seven days, according to the NHC.
Meteorological Fall… but lingering HEAT continues!
Heat Advisory for the U.S. Virgin Islands, Culebra, Puerto Rico, Vieques (10 AM–5 PM)
Seek water, shade and wear light clothing.
Limited lightning risk! But when thunder roars, stay indoors!
There is a low risk of rip currents is present today; however, a moderate risk is expected to return by tonight.
HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 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 of Puerto Rico, as well as the eastern interior of Puerto Rico, Vieques, Culebra, and U.S. Virgin Islands.
* WHEN…From 10 AM this morning to 5 PM AST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
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.
