City, County EMA Advising Caution During Excessive Heat Warning

The City and County of Effingham will be under an Excessive Heat Warning Friday and Saturday with heat indices expected above 100. Residents are encouraged to take precautions while working or participating in recreational activities outdoors.

The City and County of Effingham Emergency Management Departments and the Effingham County Health Department encourages residents to:

*Stay Hydrated by drinking at least 1 ½ to 2 quarts of fluids daily.

*Avoid alcoholic Beverages and drinks containing caffeine.

*Avoid overexertion and strenuous outdoor activities if possible.

*Check on elderly family and friends.

*Make sure Pets have extra water and for pets outside provide shaded area.

*If you or someone around you begins experiencing dizziness, headache, confusion and a rapid pulse, seek medical attention immediately, as these could be symptoms of a heatstroke.

If you have any questions please contact City Of Effingham Emergency Management Coordinator Kim Tegeler 1-217-342-5368 or 1-217-342-5346 or the Effingham County Health Department at 217-342-9237. If you're in need of emergency cooling, phone the Effingham County Sheriff's Department at 217-342-2101, and you will be put in contact with heat relief resources.