For more than three decades, travelers have looked to one coastal scientist's annual rankings when planning their summer getaways. Dr. Stephen Leatherman, better known as "Dr. Beach," has spent his career studying America's shorelines, evaluating everything from beach erosion and water quality to public safety and coastal conservation.
Since 1991, Leatherman has released his annual ranking of America's Best Beaches. Each year, he evaluates roughly 650 public beaches across the country using a scientific scoring system based on 50 criteria, but only 10 make the list.
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Afternoon heat index values 105 to 109 through Tuesday.
* WHERE...Autauga, Barbour, Bullock, Calhoun, Chambers, Clay,
Cleburne, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Lee, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo,
Montgomery, Perry, Pike, Randolph, Russell, Talladega, and
Tallapoosa Counties.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT Tuesday.
* 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
stoke. 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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