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Montco Sees Another 'Code Red' Issued As Severe Heat Continues

Powerful heat is continuing to spread throughout the region, leading Montgomery County officials to issue another Code Red emergency.

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — With temperatures rapidly rising to potentially dangerous levels, Montgomery County has declared a Code Red Hot Weather Emergency.

The declaration will be in place from Monday at noon through Tuesday at 7 p.m., as heat index values will shoot up above 100 degrees during the daylight hours on both of those days.

"Such conditions can be deadly, and residents should take precautions to prevent heat-related stress and exhaustion," Montgomery County Commissioners said in a statement.

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Residents are urged to check on the most vulnerable residents, particularly those with severe medical conditions.

The county has services available to the public, specifically to those vulnerable residents who are most at-risk, including the elderly, young children, and the homeless. If you need emergency shelter, call the Your Way Home Call Center at 2-1-1, or text your zip code to 898-211.

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Health officials have the following advice for residents to weather the weather:

  • Drink plenty of non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages.
  • Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
  • If at all possible, try to get outdoor work completed in the morning to avoid the warmest part of the day.
  • Keep windows and interior doors open when running a fan at home.
  • Keep cool by seeking an air-conditioned building, such as a mall, library, or senior center if available. If not, seek rest in the shade.

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