Warm week before cooling off on Labor Day weekend

It will be hot at the beginning of the week before it gets cooler this weekend.

Temperatures will rise above 30 degrees in the next few days, but big changes are coming!

What will the weather be like on Wednesday?

Three more hot days and then the pattern change comes!

Maximum temperatures of around 30 degrees are expected until Thursday, with a very low, isolated chance of rain.

Our strong cold front will move in Thursday evening, bringing with it the possibility of widespread rain and storms. Thunderstorms are also possible on Friday afternoon.

Highs will drop to the high 25s over the weekend. Clouds and a chance of rain will keep temperatures in the high 20s across most of Oklahoma on Labor Day.

The holiday weekend will not be a disaster, but heavy rain showers are likely.

EMSA HEAT SAFETY TIPS

1. – HYDRATION is key to preventing heat-related illness. Drink plenty of water or electrolyte replacement drinks several hours before and during prolonged exposure to summer heat.
2. Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat when working outdoors, and take frequent breaks in the shade.
3. No alcohol or caffeine.
4. If you don’t have air conditioning, find a cooling station or a public place (such as libraries or shopping malls) during the day.
5. Do not restrict the use of the air conditioning.
6. When working outside, use the buddy system and look out for older neighbors.
7. Always carry a mobile phone with you when outdoors, including when walking, running daily errands, gardening, or participating in sports or physical activity.

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