Heat Advisory issued September 19 at 3:57AM CDT until September 19 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS

**Heat Advisory issued September 19 at 3:57AM CDT until September 19 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS**

* WHAT...Heat index values in excess of 105 degrees expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, southwest, and west central Mississippi.

* WHEN...From noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat related illnesses.

**What You Should Do:**

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

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.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

**Alert Details:**

- **Severity:** Moderate

- **Urgency:** Expected

- **Issued by:** NWS Jackson MS

- **Effective:** Sep 19, 2026 3:57 AM UTC

- **Expires:** Sep 19, 2026 12:00 PM UTC

*This alert was automatically distributed from the National Weather Service via the IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed.*