Active AlertsEastern Black Range Foothills

What: Temperatures up to 106 degrees expected.
Where: In New Mexico, Dona Ana County, Luna County, and portions of Otero, Sierra, Grant, and Hidalgo Counties. In Texas, El Paso and Hudspeth Counties.
When: From noon Tuesday to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.
Impacts: Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, especially during extended periods of time outdoors.

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.