Jonesboro, AR — (JonesboroRightNow.com) — June 20, 2025 — The National Weather Service is predicting high temperatures this weekend, with a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Friday.
The NWS said heat index values up to 103 degrees in Craighead, Crittenden and Poinsett Counties are expected.
“Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses,” the NWS said. “Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.”
Temperatures in the low to mid-90s are expected as high temperatures this weekend, while lows will hover around the mid-70s. High temperatures will remain in the mid-90s heading into next week.
Those needing to work outdoors this weekend are urged to work in shaded areas, drink plenty of fluids, and take frequent breaks. Young children and infants, the elderly, people with chronic medical conditions and pregnant women are more susceptible to heat illnesses. Never leave children, infants, or pets in a hot car, as death can occur in 10 minutes.
Below are the signs of certain heat-related illnesses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
Heatstroke:
Symptoms:
- Altered mental state, slurred speech, confusion
- Loss of consciousness
- Profusely sweating, hot or dry skin
- Seizures
- Very high body temperature
Treatment:
If you suspect someone has heatstroke, call 911 immediately. Put the person in a shaded, cool area and remove outer clothing. Work to cool the person down, either through a cold water or ice bath, wetting the skin, placing cold, wet rags on their skin or soaking their clothing with cold water. Be sure to place cold, wet rags or ice on the head, neck, armpits and groin.
Note: Heatstroke can cause death or permanent disability if the person does not receive immediate emergency treatment.
Heat exhaustion:
Symptoms:
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Thirst
- Heavy sweating
- Irritability
- Elevated body temperature
Treatment:
If you suspect someone has heat exhaustion, take the person to a clinic or emergency room, or call 911 if medical care is not available. Remove the person from the hot area and give them cool liquids to drink and remove any unnecessary clothing, like shoes and socks. You can also cool the person with a cold compress or have them wash their head, face and neck with cold water.
Note: Heat exhaustion can lead to heatstroke.
Heat cramps:
Symptoms:
- Muscle cramps
- Pain or spasms in the arms, legs or abdomen
Treatment:
If you suspect someone is suffering from heat cramps, have them drink water and have a snack or drink that replaces carbs and electrolytes every 15 to 20 minutes. Sports drinks are a good example of this. Avoid salt tablets.
Get medical attention if the person has heart problems, is on a low-sodium diet, or if the cramps do not subside within an hour.