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Heat advisory issued for much of Colorado on Monday

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Jul 17, 2022

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The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for Fort Collins and a large swath of Colorado ahead of forecast triple-digit temperatures Monday.

Monday’s notice is effective from 10 am to 9 pm. and includes much of the urban corridor, east central and northeastern Colorado plains, with some areas forecast to reach 105 degrees, according to the alert.

Here’s what you need to know as you prepare for the heat.

How hot is it going to be in Fort Collins on Monday?

Fort Collins’ forecast high for Monday is 101 degrees, according to the weather service. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. Monday, which could bring gusty winds in addition to sweltering temperatures.

Starting Sunday, temperatures are expected to drop to a not-so-cold high of 97 degrees on Tuesday and stay in the 90s for the rest of the week (with a few days in the low 90s). Low temperatures are expected to reach 60 degrees this week.

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What does a heat advisory mean?

The weather service warns you about high temperatures and the dangers they can pose. In a tweet about the expected record heat for Monday and the advisorythe weather service shared information about heat exhaustion and heatstroke:

Symptoms of heat exhaustion:

Dizziness
Thirst
heavy sweating
Nausea
Weakness

These actions are recommended for someone experiencing signs of heat exhaustion:

Move to a cooler area
loosen clothes
drink cold water
Seek medical help if symptoms do not improve

Symptoms of heat strokethat can follow heat exhaustion and can cause death or permanent disability if left untreated:

Confusion
Dizziness
become unconscious

If someone is experiencing symptoms of heat strokecall 911 and move them to a cooler area, loosen clothing and remove extra layers, and use ice or water to cool them down, according to information shared by the weather service.

What steps can I take to protect people and pets when it’s so hot?

Soon? The weather service recommends that you “stay hydrated, seek shade if you’re outside, and don’t forget your sunscreen.”

Here are some additional tips to keep yourself, your pets, and your young children safe during hot temperatures:

It is never safe to leave a small child, disabled person or pet locked in a parked vehicle. Leaving windows slightly open does not significantly decrease the rate of heating.
If you have a young child in your home, lock your cars, even in your own driveway.
Be sure to give pets plenty of fresh, clean water and a shady spot to get out of the sun.
If your pet shows signs of overheating, hydrate and cool him down as quickly as possible. Remember, dogs do not perspire and instead rely on panting to keep cool. Symptoms of overheating in pets include excessive panting or labored breathing, increased heart and breathing rates, drooling, mild weakness, stupor, or even collapse.

Font: National Metereological Service tips compiled by The Coloradoan

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