Submitted / TPI Horseshoe Bend School alumni Elijah Smith recieved a $2,500 scholarship from Alabama Power Foundation's inaugural Community Scholars Program. Smith is attending Mississippi College to pursue a degree in electrical engineering.
Submitted / TPI Horseshoe Bend School alumni Elijah Smith recieved a $2,500 scholarship from Alabama Power Foundation's inaugural Community Scholars Program. Smith is attending Mississippi College to pursue a degree in electrical engineering.
Elijah Smith graduated this past spring and was recently awarded Alabama Power Foundation’s inaugural Community Scholars Program $2,500 scholarship, according to a press release.
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108.
* WHERE...A portion of central Alabama.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible
and drink plenty of water.
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.
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