Excessive Heat Warning
North Bay interior valleys, CA
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING EXTENDED, NOW IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS
MORNING TO 8 PM PDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures in the
upper 90's to 110F expected. Limited overnight relief with low
temperatures in the mid 60s to low 80s. Resultant widespread
Major HeatRisk, with areas of Extreme HeatRisk.
* WHERE...Marin Coastal Range, Sonoma Coastal Range, North Bay
Interior Mountains, North Bay Interior Valleys, East Bay
Interior Valleys, Santa Cruz Mountains, Santa Clara Valley,
Eastern Santa Clara Hills, East Bay Hills, Southern Salinas
Valley, Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest,
and Mountains of San Benito and Interior Monterey.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Most individuals will be at risk for heat-related
illnesses without effective cooling or adequate hydration,
especially with prolonged outdoor exposure. Without effective
cooling and/or adequate hydration, heat-related illnesses
including heat stroke will be a risk to everyone. Overnight lows
will warm as well leading to poor relief from the heat
specifically in elevated terrain and interior areas.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
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 lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
