Heat Advisory — Culebra; Vieques; St.Thomas...St. John.. and Adjacent Islands; St Croix Severity: Moderate. Certainty: Likely. * WHAT...This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. * WHERE...In Puerto Rico, Culebra and Vieques. In the U.S. Virgin Islands, St Croix and St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 5 PM AST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...High temperatures or elevated heat indices can worsen symptoms in people with chronic conditions. They can also increase the risk of heat-related illness among individuals sensitive to heat with inadequate cooling or hydration. These risks are highest across coastal areas, lowlands, interior valleys, and urban zones. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Although passing showers, t-storms and clouds can provide some relief, enough sunshine and moisture is expected for heat indices to reach dangerous levels.
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