The safety and well-being of all Newport News shipbuilders is our priority. With that in mind, please review next week’s weather forecast and hot weather safety tips below. We are sharing this information to help you plan for the upcoming week.

Visit the Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) homepage on MyNNS to check daily flag conditions, which are posted on the right side of the page. Red flag conditions indicate a heat index between 91 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Black flag conditions indicate a heat index of 105 degrees or higher.

Expect heat indices to reach the mid-to-high 90s early next week.

As we approach the peak of hurricane season, please take a moment to review this page to learn about NNS’ severe weather resources.

This Week’s Heat Illness Prevention Tips:

• Drink plenty of water before and during your shift.
• Try to gradually acclimatize to the heat. Work your way up to full exposure.