Extreme Heat Warning

Locations Affected

Lancaster, PA ∙ Lake Clarke, PA ∙ Defiance, PA ∙ Akron, PA ∙ Willow Hill, PA ∙ Gap, PA ∙ Mill Hall, PA ∙ Freeburg, PA ∙ Lock Haven, PA ∙ Elysburg, PA

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service State College PA 313 AM EDT Thu Jul 2 2026 ...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected. * WHERE...Adams, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heat and humidity are now expected to continue to make dangerous conditions all the way through Saturday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun, and stay in an air-conditioned room. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Review heat safety and preparedness information at weather.gov/safety/heat. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Power outages are possible during periods of extended heat as the extra demand for electricity can tax the power grid. Be prepared for a possible power outage.

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