Author: IPRO ESRD Network Program

Ohio: Heat Advisory – June 18, 2024

Heat advisories have been issued beginning Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Temperatures are expected to climb, with the hottest days being over 100 degrees. Temperatures are forecasted to remain in the 90s with high humidity through the weekend.
On hot days, the National Weather Service recommends staying indoors and not engaging in strenuous activities. If air conditioning is not available, please consider visiting an extreme cooling center near you https://nchh.org/information-and-evidence/learn-about-healthy-housing/emergencies/extreme-heat/cooling-centers-by-state/.
Additional information can be found through the National Weather Service at www.weather.gov, (upper left of page to see your area forecast by zip code), The Weather Channel at www.weather.com, or AccuWeather at www.accuweather.com.

** If you are a patient and believe this event will negatively impact access to care, please contact your local dialysis facility to understand treatment availability.**

Kidney Community Emergency Response (KCER) Coalition:

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Connecticut: Heat Advisory – June 18, 2024

Heat advisories have been issued beginning Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Temperatures are expected to climb, with the hottest days being over 100 degrees. Temperatures are forecasted to remain in the 90s with high humidity through the weekend.
On hot days, the National Weather Service recommends staying indoors and not engaging in strenuous activities. If air conditioning is not available, please consider visiting an extreme cooling center near you https://nchh.org/information-and-evidence/learn-about-healthy-housing/emergencies/extreme-heat/cooling-centers-by-state/.
Additional information can be found through the National Weather Service at www.weather.gov, (upper left of page to see your area forecast by zip code), The Weather Channel at www.weather.com, or AccuWeather at www.accuweather.com.

** If you are a patient and believe this event will negatively impact access to care, please contact your local dialysis facility to understand treatment availability.**

Kidney Community Emergency Response (KCER) Coalition:

Other Resources: 

New York: Heat Advisory – June 18, 2024

Heat advisories have been issued beginning Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Temperatures are expected to climb, with the hottest days being over 100 degrees. Temperatures are forecasted to remain in the 90s with high humidity through the weekend.
On hot days, the National Weather Service recommends staying indoors and not engaging in strenuous activities. If air conditioning is not available, please consider visiting an extreme cooling center near you https://nchh.org/information-and-evidence/learn-about-healthy-housing/emergencies/extreme-heat/cooling-centers-by-state/.
Additional information can be found through the National Weather Service at www.weather.gov, (upper left of page to see your area forecast by zip code), The Weather Channel at www.weather.com, or AccuWeather at www.accuweather.com.

** If you are a patient and believe this event will negatively impact access to care, please contact your local dialysis facility to understand treatment availability.**

Kidney Community Emergency Response (KCER) Coalition:

Other Resources: 

Vermont: Severe Weather – June 14. 2024

Severe thunderstorms are possible today, Friday, June 14, 2024, in Vermont. Strong winds are predicted, with a potential for downed trees and power lines, creating power outages.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

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Kentucky: Severe Weather Warning – May 24, 2024

Severe thunderstorms are possible today, Saturday, May 25, 2024, continuing through the evening. Large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are all threats. Heavy rain could lead to localized flash flooding.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

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North Carolina: Severe Weather Warning – May 8, 2024

Severe thunderstorms are possible today, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, and continuing through the morning tomorrow, Thursday, May 9, 2024. Large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are all threats. Heavy rain could lead to localized flash flooding – particularly this evening.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

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Kentucky: Severe Weather – May 7, 2024

Severe thunderstorms are possible today, Tuesday, May 7, 2024, and continuing through the evening tomorrow, Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are all threats. Heavy rain could lead to localized flash flooding – particularly on Wednesday and Wednesday night.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

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North Carolina: Tornado Warning – April 3, 2024

A tornado watch is currently in effect today, April 3, 2024, in regions of North Carolina, including but not limited to: Rocky Mount, Halifax, Louisburg, and Roxboro. Strong winds, hail, and thunderstorms may occur. Please take precautions to stay safe.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

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Kentucky: Severe Wind & Tornado Warning: April 2, 2024

Strong winds, rain, and severe thunderstorms are expected to continue today, Tuesday, April 2, 2024, across Kentucky. Power outages, large hail and tornadoes may occur as a result. A wind advisory is in effect and will continue through the evening.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

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Indiana: Severe Weather & Tornado Warning: April 2, 2024

Strong winds, rain, and severe thunderstorms are expected to continue today, Tuesday, April 2, 2024, across Indiana. Power outages and tornadoes may occur as a result. A wind advisory is in effect and will continue through the evening.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

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Ohio: Severe Weather & Tornado Warning: April 2, 2024

Strong winds, rain, and severe thunderstorms are expected to occur today, Tuesday, April 2, 2024, across Ohio. Power outages and tornadoes may occur as a result. A wind advisory is in effect and will continue through the evening.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

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North Carolina: Wind Advisory – February 28, 2024

Strong winds, rain and thunderstorms are expected to continue today, February 28, 2024, in North Carolina. Power outages and tornadoes may occur as a result. A wind advisory is in effect and will continue through the evening.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

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