Alexandria, Louisiana

... Heat advisory in effect until 7 PM CDT this evening...

The National Weather Service in Lake Charles has issued a heat
advisory... which is in effect until 7 PM CDT this evening.

The combination of high temperatures and increased humidity
will generate heat index temperatures of around 105 degrees along
the Interstate 10 corridor to near 110 degrees across central
Louisiana and interior southeast Texas this afternoon. Temperatures
will lower to less dangerous levels by the early evening.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

If you plan to be outside... avoid prolonged exposure or strenuous
physical activity. Your body can lose up to a gallon of water an
hour through perspiration. Drink plenty of fluids to avoid
dehydration. Alcoholic and caffeinated beverages can increase the
rate of water loss in your body... increasing the risk of heat
exhaustion or stroke. Wear lightweight... light-colored... loose-
fitting clothing. Wear a hat to shield yourself from the sun...
and use a sunscreen to reduce possible sunburn.

... Hot Fourth of July will turn into wet week ahead...

This afternoon... temperatures will rise to the upper 90s to lower
100s in most places. Heat indices will top out in the 105 to 108
range for a few hours. A heat advisory may be necessary.

People should take precautions if they plan on being outdoors for
any length of time this afternoon. Drink plenty of water. Try to
stay in the shade. Take plenty of breaks from physical activities.
If you can... go indoors to air-conditioned areas to cool off.

A Little Break from the heat is in store this upcoming week.

Monday through Friday calls for scattered showers and
thunderstorms. Remember the safety rule of thunderstorms and
lightning... when thunder roars... go indoors.