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Weather Alert

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected.

* WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western
Kentucky, and southeast Missouri.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/ Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.

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.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

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Illinois State Fire Marshal urges campfire safety

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The Illinois State Fire Marshal is urging people to stay safe when it comes to enjoying campfires. 

One area of concern are embers. The Illinois State Fire Marshal says 70% of campfire burns are caused by embers rather than flames.

The American Burn Association shares some safety tips you should know before you plan your next campfire...

DO

  • Build your fire in a designated ring/pit at least 15 feet away (preferably downwind from tent, brush and other flammable objects)
  • Keep children at a safe distance with a "circle of safety" at least 3 feet from the fire edge
  • Keep the fire small and manageable, with water nearby
  • Talk to children about campfire safety
  • Completely extinguish the fire and coals by pouring water, stirring, and pouring water again until it is cool. Never bury a fire.

DO NOT

  • Use an accelerant such as gasoline, kerosene or aerosol sprays to start a fire
  • Leave a fire unattended - EVER!
  • Throw anything other than wood into the fire
  • Build a fire if conditions are dry or if forest fire danger is High
  • Assume the fire pit is safe when arriving at a campsite. Coals from previous campers can still be hot!

THE FACTS

  • 70% of Campfire burns are caused by embers rather than flames.
  • Fire pits retain heat up to 12 hours after being extinguished - hot enough to cause a severe burn.
  • Humans cause nine of every ten wildfires. Make sure campfires are permitted in your area.

THE FIX - Should a burn injury occur.

  1. STOP, DROP & ROLL if clothing catches fire
  2. Cool the burn with COOL (not cold) water
  3. Remove all clothing and jewelry from the injured area
  4. Cover the area with clean dry sheet or bandages
  5. Seek medical attention

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