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Monsoon Awareness Week

6/9 This week is Monsoon Awareness Week and the National Weather Service wants to make sure the public is aware of the hazards that come with the monsoon. Extreme heat is the number one weather related killer. Make sure not to leave children or pets in vehicles, dress cool, avoid strenuous activity outside and make sure you drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Other hazards include dust storms, lightning, flash flooding, and downburst winds.

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