Cliff Williams / TPI Scouts from Troop 50 in Wetumpka fold a flag for retired Sgt. Richard Thornell at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Wetumpka. Thornell is a Tallassee native and was part of a group of four from Tallassee High School who enlisted in the Marine Corps on the same day.
Cliff Williams / TPI Scouts from Troop 50 in Wetumpka fold a flag for retired Sgt. Richard Thornell at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Wetumpka. Thornell is a Tallassee native and was part of a group of four from Tallassee High School who enlisted in the Marine Corps on the same day.
Cliff Williams 334-740-1116
Many might not notice he is a veteran were it not for his black hat embroidered with Vietnam Veteran in bright yellow thread.
...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.
&&
