The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch for Friday through Sunday. Lincoln Fire and Rescue is advising residents to prepare for oppressive heat and closely monitor changing weather conditions.
New this summer is a heat safety website recently launched by the City of Lincoln. You can click here to find valuable information and resources to help you prepare and stay safe during the heat wave.
It includes ways to prepare your family, home and pets for extremely hot days, a stay safe in extreme heat tip sheet, which is available in multiple languages, and the Lincoln-Lancaster County’s Heat Response Plan.
LFR Public Information Officer MJ Lierman tells KLIN News knowing the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke is critical. You can hear her talk about it below.