Extreme Heat Warning

Locations Affected

Kansas City, MO ∙ Kansas City, KS ∙ Olathe, KS ∙ Overland Park, KS ∙ Independence, MO ∙ Lees Summit, MO ∙ Shawnee, KS ∙ Blue Springs, MO ∙ Easton, KS ∙ Edgerton, KS

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO 157 PM CDT Fri Jul 18 2025 ...EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY TO 7 PM CDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 to 110 expected. Additionally, overnight lows may reside in the mid to upper 70s at times, reducing ability to recover from daytime heat. * WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Kansas and central, north central, and west central Missouri. * WHEN...From noon Saturday to 7 PM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. 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. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. 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.

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