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UTC Community:
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the Chattanooga area. Near record heat levels from today, Wednesday, August 28, 2024 through Friday, August 30, 2024 are expected. Please practice heat safety by staying hydrated and limiting outdoor time during the hottest hours of the afternoon. For more information or to view current conditions, visit weather.gov.
Additionally, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has issued an Ozone Code Orange Air Quality Alert for the Chattanooga area through Thursday, August 29, 2024. The hot and stagnant weather may trap pollutants in the atmosphere, which can be unhealthy for “Sensitive Groups” (i.e., People with lung disease such as asthma, People who are active outdoors). Reduce your exposure by choosing less strenuous activities or shortening the amount of time you are active outdoors. For more information or to check current conditions, visit airnow.gov.