# HEADLINE
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HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING
# DETAILS
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WHAT
Heat index values up to 109 expected.
WHERE
Indian River, Martin, Saint Lucie, and Okeechobee.
WHEN
From 11 AM this morning to 6 PM EDT this evening.
IMPACTS
Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
ISSUED AT
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 1:48 AM EDT
ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
HEADER
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
# PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. 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.
# AREAS AFFECTED
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Coastal Indian River, Coastal Martin, Coastal Saint Lucie, Inland Indian River, Inland Martin, Inland Saint Lucie, Okeechobee
Including the cities of Basinger, Okeechobee, Stuart, Fellsmere, Indiantown, Fort Pierce, Saint Lucie West, Vero Beach, Tradition, Sebastian, Hobe Sound, Port Saint Lucie, Jensen Beach, and Fort Drum