A little rain may have held off the crowds from the annual Wetumpka FFA Alumni Rodeo Friday night, but it was all day fun Saturday under dry skies. The bluebird skies painted the sky as participants of the rodeo paraded to downtown Saturday afternoon to let everyone know the show was still on. Dozens of children hung onto sheep for the mutton busting competition and then the night was filled with cowboys and cowgirls riding horses and bulls at the rodeo arena at the Wetumpka Sports Complex. Those in attendance got a chance to see great times in barrel racing, steer wrestling and break away roping. They also got a chance to see great scores in bare back bronc, saddle bronc and bullriding.
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 106 expected.
* WHERE...Much of Central Alabama.
* WHEN...From noon to 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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