Lawrence Under Excessive Heat Watch

The Lawrence Twp. Area is under an excessive heat watch from Wednesday at 1 p.m. until Thursday at 6 p.m., according to Weather.com.

Heat is the number one weather-related killer, according to the National Weather Service. They offers tips to keep you and your loved ones safe while the mercury is rising.

• Schedule strenuous activities during the coolest times of the day.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing that covers as much skin as possible to reflect heat and sunlight.
• Wear sunscreen. Sunburn reduces your body's ability to dissipate heat.
• Watch what you eat; Meat and other proteins increase metabolic heat production and also, increase water loss.
• Drink plenty of non-alcoholic, decaffeinated fluids. Drink plenty of water or liquids even if you do not feel thirsty. Those with certain health conditions, epilepsy or kidney, liver and heart disease should consult a physician before increasing fluid intake.
• Spend more time in air conditioning. If you do not have air conditioning at home, visit a library, store or other location that is air conditioned.
• Never leave children or pets alone in a car. A car's interior temperature can reach unsafe levels in under two minutes.

For more information, please visit http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/heat/index.shtml.