Children are growing up twice as fast as their parents can keep up — at least, that's how it feels.
A survey of 2,000 parents of children ages 5-17 found that the majority of parents (66%) say a single year with their child passes like at least two, a sign of just how quickly childhood slips by.
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH 9 PM CDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 107 are expected this afternoon and
up to 109 on Tuesday.
* WHERE...All of Central Alabama.
* WHEN...Now through 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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