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Meteo: Forecast analysis indicates the possible occurrence of excessive heat on Curaçao

Local | By Correspondent September 24, 2021

Conditions expected to last from Friday, September 24, 2021, 11:45 l.t. till Friday, September 24, 2021, 17:00 l.t.

Expected impact:

    Sunstroke, heat cramps, or heat exhaustion are likely with continued exposure;

    Heat strokes are possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity.

PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:

    When engaged in outdoor work or activities, drink plenty of water and avoid overexertion;

    If not feeling well, take rest in the shade or a cooler place as soon as possible.

DEFINITIONS:

A Special Bulletin is issued for weather events that are unusual, cause general inconvenience or public concern (requiring the attention and action of fire department and police authorities) and cannot adequately be described in a regular weather forecast.

A Cautionary Statement for Excessive Heat is an announcement that indicates the possibility of an above normal heat index to occur (probability of 10 to 30%) within the next 8 to 24 hours.

The line starting with CONDITIONS EXPECTED TO LAST FROM gives an approximation of the period of the hazardous condition.

STAY TUNED FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.

The next bulletin will be issued Friday, September 24, 2021, 16:55 l.t.

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