A heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 1:05 p.m. valid for Sunday between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. for Marion, Lamar, Fayette, Winston, Walker, Pickens, Tuscaloosa, Sumter and Greene counties.

The weather service says, “Through this afternoon in the west, heat index values up to 105 degrees. For Sunday late morning through the early evening, heat index values up to 108 expected.”

“Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses,” says the weather service.

Beating the heat: Weather service Heat safety guidelines

• Stay hydrated: Make sure to drink plenty of fluids.
• Find cool shelter: Stay in an air-conditioned room.
• Avoid sun exposure: Stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
• Child and pet safety: Do not leave young children and pets unattended in vehicles when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
• Caution outdoors: When working or spending time outside, take extra precautions.
• Time your activities wisely: Consider rescheduling strenuous activities to early morning or evening if possible.
• Recognize heat-related issues: Know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
• Dress for comfort: Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing to stay cool.

Additional tips for outdoor workers:

• For outdoor workers, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
• If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
• In emergency situations, dial 911 for immediate assistance.

These NWS heat safety directives are essential for safeguarding your well-being when facing high temperatures. Stay well-informed and take the necessary precautions to shield yourself and others from the potential hazards of extreme heat.

Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.