Heat Advisory Issued for North Mississippi and West Tennessee

Holly Springs, Henderson, Corinth, Iuka, Camden, Ripley MS, Parsons, Huntingdon, Jackson, Lexington, Ashland, New Albany, Savannah, Tiptonville, Alamo, Union City, Milan, Martin, Bolivar, Paris, Selmer, Oxford, Booneville, Dresden, Dyersburg, Decaturville, and Humboldt

July 2, 2024 – The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory effective from 10 AM to 8 PM CDT Wednesday for various locations in North Mississippi and West Tennessee.

Details of the Advisory:

– What: Heat index values are expected to reach up to 109 degrees Fahrenheit.

– Where: This advisory covers portions of North Mississippi and West Tennessee, including but not limited to Holly Springs, Henderson, Corinth, Iuka, Camden, Ripley MS, Parsons, Huntingdon, Jackson, Lexington, Ashland, New Albany, Savannah, Tiptonville, Alamo, Union City, Milan, Martin, Bolivar, Paris, Selmer, Oxford, Booneville, Dresden, Dyersburg, Decaturville, and Humboldt.

– When: The advisory is in effect from 10 AM to 8 PM CDT on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

– Impacts: Hot temperatures combined with high humidity may lead to heat-related illnesses.

Precautionary Measures:

Residents are advised to take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses. Recommendations include staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, remaining in air-conditioned spaces as much as possible, avoiding direct sunlight, and checking on vulnerable individuals such as elderly family members and neighbors.

For further updates and safety tips, please stay tuned to local weather advisories and news outlets.

*This report is issued in the interest of public safety by the National Weather Service and local authorities.*