0330L-MONDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-8/21/23

*EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT TODAY FROM NOON UNTIL 9PM. Heat index values up to 108 are possible. Stay hydrated out there.

*The Fire danger is increasing, if you see smoke and/or fire, call 9-1-1.

*Overall, we’ll be ok so here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN;

Today- Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southeast winds around 5 mph.

Tonight- Mostly clear. Lows in the mid-70s. Southeast winds around 5 mph. Heat index values up to 108 early in the evening.

As I stated yesterday, it appears we will be at least at 100 degrees or higher all week with heat index numbers a little higher. Just use good common sense and pay close attention to how you are feeling while outdoors. Nothing you do in extreme heat is worth your life so take your time by pacing yourselves and take breaks.

*Conducting a controlled burn? Call dispatch first at 580-234-(FIRE)-3473.

This post can be found under GCEM Blog on the GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. It can also be found on the front page of our website at https://gcem.org

HAVE A GOOD DAY!