The #FloridaKeys will see the highest temps so far this year. Heat index values will be over 100°F by mid-morning most days, and will last into the evening. Make sure you follow these heat safety tips if you are planning to be outside for extended periods of time.

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Final day-Saturday May 11th, 2024. Take Action Today! Attached below are 4 ways you can take action today and be ready for when a storm threatens. Don't be taken off guard! A Spanish version is also attached.
More info: noaa.gov/take-action-to…
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Day 6- Friday May 10th, 2024- Using Caution After Storms. The attached graphic displays 5 ways you can use caution after storms strike a given area. A Spanish version is also attached.

More info: noaa.gov/use-caution-af…

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Day 5- Thursday May 9th, 2024. Stay Protected During Storms. The attached graphic shows 4 ways you can stay protected during storms and the steps you can take. A Spanish version is also attached.

More info: noaa.gov/stay-protected…

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Over the past week we have added a few stations to our #CLIMPER (Climate Perspective Tool)
Charlottesville, VA sercc.oasis.unc.edu/Perspectives.p…
NWS Baltimore-Washington
Marathon, FL sercc.oasis.unc.edu/Perspectives.p…
NWS Key West David Zierden
NOAA NCEI NWS Southern Region NWS Eastern Region

Day 4- Wednesday May 8th, 2024. Get moving when a storm threatens. The attached graphic talks about 5 ways you can get you and your property ready for an impending storm. A Spanish version is also attached.
More info: noaa.gov/get-moving-whe…
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Day 3- Tuesday May 7th, 2024. Understanding Forecast Info. The attached graphic shows 4 ways you know where and what to look for when a storm is threatening your area. A Spanish version is also attached.
More info: noaa.gov/understand-for…
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Day 2- Monday May 6th, 2024. Prepare Before Hurricane Season. The attached graphic shows approximately 5 steps you can take to prepare for the upcoming season. A Spanish version is also attached.

More info here: noaa.gov/prepare-before…

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Today May 5th, 2024 begins National Hurricane Preparedness Week. Each day this week we will share ways you can prepare for the upcoming season. Day 1 is Know your risk! A Spanish version is also attached.
More info here: noaa.gov/know-your-risk…

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Did you know that you can look ahead for excessive heat potential in your area? The Weather Prediction Center & Climate Prediction Center are 2 resources you can use. Find these forecasts & outlooks below:
wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/heat_index.sht…
cpc.ncep.noaa.gov
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Cloud lines always keep us on our toes!

Thank you for getting this timelapse, Stu!

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Did you know that the NWS has different heat stress indicators or “tools” to help you plan for hot weather? To learn more go to weather.gov/heat #NIHHIS #HeatSafety
Also, visit wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/heatrisk/

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***Quick reminder*** #FloridaKeys .

Come join us at the Wildfire Community Preparedness Day from 10-11 am this coming Saturday May 4th, 2024 at Big Pine Key Community Park 31009 Atlantis Drive.

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Working outside in the #heat ? Make sure you get #WaterRestShade ! Learn more at osha.gov/heat #OSHA #WeatherReady #NIHHIS #HeatSafety

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Hello #FloridaKeys . Come join us at the Wildfire Community Preparedness Day from 10-11 am this coming Saturday May 4th, 2024 at Big Pine Key Community Park 31009 Atlantis Drive.

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NEVER leave children in a car, no matter the time of year. Vehicular heatstroke has occurred when outside temperatures are below 70°F - sunlight can cause the inside of a car to heat up VERY quickly. Stay #WeatherReady #NIHHIS #HeatSafety
weather.gov/safety/heat-ch…

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Los niños NUNCA se deben dejar en un auto, sin importar la temporada del año. Los golpes de calor en vehículos han ocurrido con temperaturas del exterior por debajo de los 70°F - la luz solar puede causar que el interior de un auto se caliente MUY rápido #NIHHIS #HeatSafety
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Over 900 children have died inside hot vehicles since 1998. Some of these tragedies were due to children accessing a parked car without supervision. Always lock parked cars, even if you are not a caregiver. #NIHHIS #HeatSafety weather.gov/safety/heat-ch…
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