The Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security declared a Heat Emergency Alert effective 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, through 8 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2026. The National Weather Service forecast extremely dangerous temperatures with afternoon heat index values reaching 105°F or above for multiple consecutive days. Residents are advised that nighttime temperatures also pose a health threat with extended exposure, and anyone experiencing severe heat illness symptoms should call 911 immediately.
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Source: Montgomery County, MD, “Ride On Provides Water Bottles on Buses to Beat the Heat”, received Jul 2, 2026.
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2026-07-01
effective — Heat Emergency Alert begins at 8 p.m.
2026-07-06
effective — Heat Emergency Alert expires at 8 a.m.
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