07/24/2026
☀️🥵 **MERCER & OLIVER COUNTIES: THE SUN HAS CHOSEN VIOLENCE THIS WEEKEND.** 🥵☀️
A **Heat Advisory** is in effect **Saturday from 1:00 PM CDT (Noon MDT) through Sunday at 9:00 PM CDT (8:00 PM MDT).** Heat index values could reach **105°F**.
Let's be honest... if your steering wheel looks like it's auditioning to become a branding iron and your flip-flops are sticking to the pavement, it's probably not the best time to mow the lawn at 2:00 p.m. 🌞🔥
**Take the heat seriously:**
💧 Drink plenty of water—even if you don't feel thirsty.
❄️ Spend time in air-conditioned buildings whenever possible.
🧢 Limit time outdoors, especially during the hottest part of the day.
👵 Check on elderly relatives, neighbors, and anyone without adequate cooling.
🐾 Don't forget your pets! Make sure they have shade and fresh water, and remember that pavement can burn their paws.
🚗 **Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle—not even for a minute.** Temperatures inside can become deadly in a matter of minutes.
Heat illness can happen quickly. If someone becomes confused, faints, has hot, dry skin, or stops sweating, call **911** immediately.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, and remember: **the only thing that should be sizzling this weekend is the bacon—not you.** 🥓😎
**Mercer-Oliver Emergency Management** will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates if needed. Stay safe, everyone! 🌡️💙
