Hyperthermia Alert Issued For Montgomery County As Heat Rises

A Hyperthermia Alert has been issued for Montgomery County this week in preparation for extreme heat, officials say.

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07/19/2022 4:55 p.m.

The alert will be active for Wednesday, July 20, from 12 p.m. until 7 p.m. as temperatures are expected to exceed 95 degrees, according to the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security.

Temperatures are expected to hover in the low to mid-90s through the rest of the week, approaching 100 degrees during the weekend in the region.

Heat-related safety concerns for people or pets can be reported by calling 301-279-8000.

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