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Mendota Heights Area Under Heat Advisory

Stay out of the heat, and follow these safety tips to stay safe.

A heat advisory for the Mendota Heights area has been issued for 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday. 

All of central and southern Minnesota is under the advisory, as well as part of western Wisconsin.

Residents can expect 100-degree heat by mid-afternoon, with a heat index up to 105 degrees. The National Weather Service recommends staying out of the heat during the day, and rescheduling any strenuous outdoor activity for early morning or in the evening.

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The highest temperatures are expected along the Minnesota River Valley.

If you work outside, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks. 

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Tips to stay cool and safe:

  • Never leave pets or children in a vehicle for any period of time during heat waves. The temperature inside a car can increase 19 degrees in 10 minutes, and it will continue to rise.
  • Check on family, friends and neighbors, especially those who live alone or who do not have air conditioning.
  • Stay out of the sun if possible, especially in the middle of the day. Exposure to direct sunlight can increase the heat index by 15 degrees.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, but leave the alcohol and caffeine behind. Drink hydrating liquids regularly, even if you don’t feel thirsty.

(Source: American Red Cross, RedRover, Safe Kids USA)


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