The Hamilton Township School District will enact early dismissal on Tuesday, June 13 due to the expected extreme heat and heat advisory forecasted for our area.
With the mercury rising to the mid to high 90’s on Tuesday, Hamilton schools will have a one-session day, with the three high school’s letting out at 12:04 p.m., middle schools at 12:45 p.m. and elementary schools at 1:15 p.m., the district said on their website and via social media.
A heat advisory is in effect
Heat Advisory
Issued: 8:05 PM EDT Jun. 12, 2017 – National Weather Service
... Heat advisory remains in effect from noon to 7 PM EDT Tuesday... * heat index values... in the upper 90s. * Timing... Tuesday afternoon into the early evening. * Impacts... the combination of heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A heat advisory means that a period of hot and humid conditions are expected. The combination of hot temperatures and higher humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Drink plenty of fluids... stay in an air- conditioned room... stay out of the sun... and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions... if you work or spend time outside. When possible... reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. Do not Forget about your pets. To reduce risk during outdoor work... the occupational safety and health administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency... call 9 1 1.
