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Published: 23 June 2023 23 June 2023

heat advisory 0626 062723Upper Gila River Valley-Southern Gila Highlands/Black Range-
Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley-Uplands of the Bootheel-
Eastern Black Range Foothills-Sierra County Lakes-
Including the cities of Cliff, Buckhorn, Gila Hot Springs,
Mule Creek, Silver City, Lake Roberts, Kingston, Fort Bayard,
Mimbres, Hurley, Faywood, Grant County Airport, Cloverdale,
Hillsboro, Winston, Truth Or Consequences, Derry, and Spaceport
312 AM MDT Fri Jun 23 2023

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT SUNDAY NIGHT TO MIDNIGHT
MDT TUESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Hot daytime temperatures with afternoon highs 95 to 102
degrees. Morning low temperatures in the lower to mid 60s.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest New Mexico.

* WHEN...From midnight Sunday night to midnight MDT Tuesday
night.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat 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.