Heat Advisory issued July 1 at 4:48PM PDT until July 6 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT…Temperatures in the lower 80s to mid 90s.
* WHERE…San Francisco Bay Shoreline, Northern Monterey Bay,
and Northern Salinas Valley, Hollister Valley, and Carmel
Valley.
* WHEN…From 11 AM Tuesday to 8 PM PDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS…Those sensitive to heat, such as the homeless,
elderly, children, and pets will be at risk for heat-related
illnesses. Those without effective cooling and/or adequate
hydration will be at the greatest risk.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay cool, stay out of the sun, and check
up on relatives and neighbors.
Beat the heat and check the backseat! Do not leave young children
and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal
temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to the early
morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat
exhaustion and/or heat stroke.
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.
