A “Code Red” heat warning has been issued for Montgomery County beginning Thursday, August 26, 2021, at 12 p.m. through Friday, August 27, 2021, at 6 p.m.

Code Red Hot Weather Health Warnings are issued in anticipation of a hot air mass with a heat index of 100ºF or higher. The highest heat index values will be at or above 100º between noon and 6 p.m. on each of those days. Residents are advised to take precautions to prevent heat-related stress and exhaustion, especially very young children, elderly adults, people with chronic medical conditions, and those who take certain medications.

If you are a resident of Montgomery County and need emergency shelter during a “Code Red”, call the Your Way Home Call Center at 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898-211.