The UV Index forecast for Friday, June 9, 2017 is: 11
Look for Ultraviolet (UV) Index descriptions on:
http://www.epa.gov/sunwise/uvindex.html
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UV ALERT
EPA has issued a UV Alert for your area today
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is expected to be
unusually intense. EPA strongly recommends that you take
the following steps to reduce risk of overexposure:
- Be mindful that UV radiation is highest from 10:00 a.m.
to 4:00 p.m. and protect yourself accordingly.
- Cover up by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, UV-protective
sunglasses, and long sleeves.
- Generously apply a broad spectrum sunscreen with UVA
and UVB protection and an SPF of at least 30 to exposed
skin. Reapply every 2 hours.
- Use extra caution near water, snow and sand as they
reflect damaging UV rays.
- Whenever possible seek shade in the midday hours.
While UV intensity is unusually high today and you will
need extra protection, it is important to pay attention to
the daily UV Index and practice sun safety EVERY DAY to
protect yourself from the negative health effects of
overexposure to the sun, including skin cancer, cataracts,
and premature aging.