Per the National Weather Service, an Excessive Heat Watch is in effect beginning Friday, July 14, 2023 to Sunday, July 16, 2023 for interior portions of the North Bay, East Bay, South Bay, Santa Cruz Mountains, and interior Monterey and San Benito counties. High temperatures this weekend in the inland valleys will range from the 90s into the low to mid 100s, with the most interior spots reaching close to 110. Coastal areas will see temperatures in the high 60s to low 70s.
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 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.
STAY COOL
Do not leave children and pets unattended in vehicles
Limit outdoor activities
Stay in air-conditioned buildings and shelters or public cooling center
Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing
Check on friends, family and neighbors who are sensitive to heat at least twice a day
STAY HYDRATED
Drink more water than usual
Drink two to four cups of water every hour while working or exercising outside
Avoid alcohol or drinks containing high amounts of sugar
Make sure family, friends and neighbors drink enough water
STAY INFORMED
Check local news for extreme heat warnings and safety tips
Keep friends, family and neighbors aware of weather and heat safety information
Recognize the signs of a heat illness (below) and if symptoms are severe or life threatening, call 911
KNOW THE SIGNS OF HEAT-RELATED ILLNESS
Heat-related illness is a spectrum of disorders due to environmental factors, specifically heat exposure.
SYMPTOMS OF HEAT EXHAUSTION
Weakness
Skin is cold, pale and clammy
Weak pulse
Fainting and vomiting
WHAT TO DO IF EXPERIENCING HEAT EXHAUSTION
Move to a cooler location
Lie down and loosen clothing
Apply cool, wet clothes and cover as much of the body as possible
Drink plenty of water (avoid caffeine and alcohol)
If vomiting occurs and is continuous, seek medical attention immediately
SYMPTOMS OF HEAT STROKE
High body temperature (above 103 degrees F)
Hot, red, dry or moist skin
Rapid and strong pulse
Possible unconsciousness
WHAT TO DO IF EXPERIENCING HEAT STROKE
Call 911 immediately if symptoms present
Move the person to a cooler environment
Reduce the person’s body temperature with cool cloths or even a bath
Do NOT provide fluids.
Preparation can make a difference in avoiding heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Please review additional extreme heat preparation tipsrecommended by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Dial 9-1-1 For Life Threatening Emergencies Only:
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