Monroe, LA Weather

* WHAT...Heat index values ranging from 105 up to near 110.

* WHERE...For southern Arkansas, northern Louisiana, eastern Texas
and for southeast Oklahoma.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT Thursday.

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

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.