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Heat Emergency Alert, Montgomery County, Maryland

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Heat Emergency Alert, Montgomery County, Maryland 

 

Montgomery County has issued a Heat Emergency Alert beginning noon Wednesday 8/11 until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday 8/12. Residents should prepare for heat index values to reach and/or exceed 105 degrees during the afternoon hours, especially on Thursday. These dangerously hot temperatures and heat index values could cause heat-related illness such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke. 

Try to stay in an air-conditioned location. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outdoors. Stay hydrated, even if you do not feel thirsty. When possible, take frequent breaks in a cool, shaded area. 

County facilities, including libraries, swimming pools, recreation, and senior centers, as well as regional service centers are places to cool off during normal operating hours. Masks are required inside county facilities and will be available, if needed.

The Executive Director of the Office of Animal Services will enforce Executive Regulations 17-17, Anti Cruelty Conditions for Dogs and Other Pets during this heat emergency. Pet owners must not leave pets unattended in vehicles or outdoors.

More Information: https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Press_Detail.aspx?Item_ID=36857

 

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Roy Kelley, Retired, Former Associate Broker, RE/MAX Realty Group

Gaithersburg, Maryland  

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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for a portion of Montgomery County until from 8/10 4:34 PM until 5:15 PM Significant cloud to ground lightning may occur with this storm. Outdoor activities should be postponed until this storm passes.  
 
For info on location and timing click here:  https://bit.ly/2U7U8eh
 
Expect large hail and damaging winds. Residents are urged to seek safe shelter indoors until the storm passes and remain alert for any additional warnings. 

Do not approach downed utility wires as they still may be energized. Dial 9-1-1 to report the downed wire.
The storm is in progress in Gaithersburg, Maryland as I post this comment.
Aug 10, 2021 01:56 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Roy, OH MY it is hot in Montgomery County, and probably combined with humidity?   It is 95 here, but the air quality is still VERY poor, and we are recommended to stay in if possible.  Stay in, stay cool! 

Aug 10, 2021 03:04 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

People with respiratory issues should stay indoors as much as possible this week as the air is going to be quite heavy.

Aug 10, 2021 04:39 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Roy.

It was a blistering 99º yesterday with the humidity it was well over 105º.  As you would guess we stayed inside.  

Aug 11, 2021 12:38 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

The heat is going up here too Roy for the next three days. Alerts have ben broadcast over the cell lines warning to save energy.

Aug 11, 2021 06:14 AM
Rocky Dickerson
Realty One Group - Las Vegas, NV
Superior Service!

Good morning Roy! Take care of you and Chef Dolores and stay cool during this time.

Aug 11, 2021 07:59 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much for your comments. It is always good to hear from you.

Aug 11, 2021 08:00 AM
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