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Excessive Heat Warning 2, NWS Charleston, SC
NWS Charleston, SC issued this excessive heat warning at Aug 1, 2021, 3:03 AM EDT. It took effect at Aug 1, 2021, 11:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 4 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Aug 1, 2021, 3:03 AM EDT (07:03 UTC)
- In effect from
- Aug 1, 2021, 11:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Aug 1, 2021, 2:54 PM EDT
- In force
- 4 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Charleston, SC
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522 WWUS72 KCHS 010703 NPWCHS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston SC 303 AM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 SCZ049-050-052-011515- /O.NEW.KCHS.EH.W.0002.210801T1500Z-210802T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Tidal Berkeley- Including the cities of Edisto Beach, Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and Daniel Island 303 AM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values 112 to 116. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton, Charleston and Tidal Berkeley Counties, including much of the Charleston Metro Area. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Late afternoon showers and thunderstorms could bring some relief prior to 8 PM for some locations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ GAZ116>119-138>141-SCZ043>045-047-048-051-011515- /O.NEW.KCHS.HT.Y.0003.210801T1500Z-210802T0000Z/ Inland Bryan-Coastal Bryan-Inland Chatham-Coastal Chatham- Inland Liberty-Coastal Liberty-Inland McIntosh-Coastal McIntosh- Inland Colleton-Dorchester-Inland Berkeley-Inland Jasper-Beaufort- Coastal Jasper- Including the cities of Pembroke, Richmond Hill, Fort Mcallister, Oak Level, Garden City, Pooler, Savannah, Wilmington Island, Tybee Island, Hinesville, Fort Stewart, Townsend, Darien, Walterboro, Saint George, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Ridgeland, Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, Levy, Chelsea, and Jasper 303 AM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values 108 to 112. * WHERE...Portions of southeast South Carolina and southeast Georgia, including the Savannah Metro Area. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Late afternoon showers and thunderstorms could bring some relief prior to 8 PM for some locations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$
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809 WWUS72 KCHS 011008 NPWCHS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston SC 608 AM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 SCZ049-050-052-011815- /O.CON.KCHS.EH.W.0002.210801T1500Z-210802T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Tidal Berkeley- Including the cities of Edisto Beach, Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and Daniel Island 608 AM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values 112 to 116. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton, Charleston and Tidal Berkeley Counties, including much of the Charleston Metro Area. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Late afternoon showers and thunderstorms could bring some relief prior to 8 PM for some locations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ GAZ116>119-138>141-SCZ043>045-047-048-051-011815- /O.CON.KCHS.HT.Y.0003.210801T1500Z-210802T0000Z/ Inland Bryan-Coastal Bryan-Inland Chatham-Coastal Chatham- Inland Liberty-Coastal Liberty-Inland McIntosh-Coastal McIntosh- Inland Colleton-Dorchester-Inland Berkeley-Inland Jasper-Beaufort- Coastal Jasper- Including the cities of Pembroke, Richmond Hill, Fort Mcallister, Oak Level, Garden City, Pooler, Savannah, Wilmington Island, Tybee Island, Hinesville, Fort Stewart, Townsend, Darien, Walterboro, Saint George, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Ridgeland, Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, Levy, Chelsea, and Jasper 608 AM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values 108 to 112. * WHERE...Portions of southeast South Carolina and southeast Georgia, including the Savannah Metro Area. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Late afternoon showers and thunderstorms could bring some relief prior to 8 PM for some locations. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$
431 WWUS72 KCHS 011416 NPWCHS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston SC 1016 AM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 SCZ049-050-052-012230- /O.CON.KCHS.EH.W.0002.210801T1500Z-210802T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Tidal Berkeley- Including the cities of Edisto Beach, Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and Daniel Island 1016 AM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values 112 to 116. * WHERE...Tidal Berkeley, Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ GAZ116>119-138>141-SCZ043>045-047-048-051-012230- /O.CON.KCHS.HT.Y.0003.210801T1500Z-210802T0000Z/ Inland Bryan-Coastal Bryan-Inland Chatham-Coastal Chatham- Inland Liberty-Coastal Liberty-Inland McIntosh-Coastal McIntosh- Inland Colleton-Dorchester-Inland Berkeley-Inland Jasper-Beaufort- Coastal Jasper- Including the cities of Pembroke, Richmond Hill, Fort Mcallister, Oak Level, Garden City, Pooler, Savannah, Wilmington Island, Tybee Island, Hinesville, Fort Stewart, Townsend, Darien, Walterboro, Saint George, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Ridgeland, Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, Levy, Chelsea, and Jasper 1016 AM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values 108 to 112. * WHERE...Portions of southeast South Carolina and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$
115 WWUS72 KCHS 011854 NPWCHS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston SC 254 PM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 SCZ049-050-052-020000- /O.CAN.KCHS.EH.W.0002.000000T0000Z-210802T0000Z/ /O.EXA.KCHS.HT.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210802T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Tidal Berkeley- Including the cities of Edisto Beach, Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and Daniel Island 254 PM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Heat index values 108 to 112. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton, Charleston and Tidal Berkeley Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ GAZ116>119-138>141-SCZ043>045-047-048-051-020000- /O.CON.KCHS.HT.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-210802T0000Z/ Inland Bryan-Coastal Bryan-Inland Chatham-Coastal Chatham- Inland Liberty-Coastal Liberty-Inland McIntosh-Coastal McIntosh- Inland Colleton-Dorchester-Inland Berkeley-Inland Jasper-Beaufort- Coastal Jasper- Including the cities of Pembroke, Richmond Hill, Fort Mcallister, Oak Level, Garden City, Pooler, Savannah, Wilmington Island, Tybee Island, Hinesville, Fort Stewart, Townsend, Darien, Walterboro, Saint George, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Ridgeland, Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, Levy, Chelsea, and Jasper 254 PM EDT Sun Aug 1 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values 108 to 112. * WHERE...Portions of southeast South Carolina and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Charleston, SC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 10:08 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | CHS | Allendale | 22 min |
| Jul 31, 10:24 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | CHS | Hampton | 36 min |
| Aug 1, 3:03 AM EDT | Heat Advisory | CHS | Berkeley, Colleton, Dorchester | 15 hr |
| Aug 1, 6:17 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | CHS | 58 min |
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