Friday Marks Fifth Day of High Heat
Montgomery County continues to be under a Heat Emergency Alert until 8 p.m. Friday.
When the heat index is expected to approach 105 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, the County’s Office of Emergency Management declares the alert. Heat-related illness may occur during periods of extreme heat. Residents should be aware of the dangers in order to protect themselves, family, and pets against heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
Heat exposure can be life-threatening. Should any of the following occur, get out of the heat, loosen any tight or heavy clothing, and drink plenty of water:
- Heat cramps: symptoms include painful muscle spasms, usually involving the abdominal muscles or legs; Heat exhaustion: first signs are cool, moist, pale or flushed skin, dizziness, nausea, headache and weakness;
- Heat stroke: the most serious sign of overexposure. Symptoms include red, hot, dry skin, weak pulse, rapid breathing and changes in consciousness. Seek medical attention by calling 9-1-1.
🔁☀️UPDATE: Montgomery County has extended the Heat Emergency Alert until 8 p.m. on Friday 8/13. Residents should prepare for heat index values to possibly approach 105 degrees🌡️ during the afternoon hours.
Info: https://t.co/koGJ36gDff pic.twitter.com/pB8cs1QQ4X
— Montgomery Co OEMHS (@ReadyMontgomery) August 12, 2021
The heat & humidity persists today. Be sure take frequent breaks in the shade/indoors and stay hydrated. There is an isolated risk of strong to severe storms this afternoon as well, with damaging wind gusts being the primary threat. Latest: https://t.co/5RyZgoXicj pic.twitter.com/NRDHlHkNZf
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) August 13, 2021
People can visit places with air conditioning like county libraries, swimming pools, recreation and senior centers, and regional service centers to cool off during normal operating hours. Masks must be worn inside county facilities and will be available if needed.
#BeatTheHeat at Montgomery County facilities! Visit public facilities like libraries, swimming pools, recreation and senior centers, as well as regional services centers during business hours. pic.twitter.com/XdLXRYYWVF
— Montgomery Co OEMHS (@ReadyMontgomery) August 12, 2021
The county Ride On buses have air-conditioning and are available for anyone seeking a place to cool off during a heat emergency. The buses are available for free and bottled water is available.
All Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) buses will have free bottles of water available for our customers during this heat wave.
Your safety matters to us. pic.twitter.com/w2K3J2iNsK
— Ride On Bus (@RideOnMCT) August 11, 2021
The extreme heat is also dangerous for pets and therefore pet owners must not leave pets unattended in cars or outdoors. During a heat emergency the Executive Regulations 17-17, Anti Cruelty Conditions for Dogs and Other Pets will be enforced.
During this hot weather do NOT leave a pet unattended outdoors! Pet owners are advised to be particularly careful with pets in vehicles during high temperatures and be familiar with the signs of heat stress. ☀️🌡️ More information from @mcasac ➡️ https://t.co/dzBjSrR7Ra pic.twitter.com/hJrOm8rXmV
— Montgomery County MD (@MontgomeryCoMD) August 12, 2021
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