Full Notification

...Excessive Heat Expected for most of Northern California... .High pressure will bring unseasonably hot temperatures to the region this week. Valley highs are forecast to reach the 100-110 degree range, with some locations potentially breaking daily records. The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued an Excessive Heat Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM Wednesday to 10 PM PDT Friday.

* TEMPERATURE...Valley...100-110. Foothills...100-105.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke can occur due to prolonged exposure to hot temperatures. People most vulnerable include those who are spending lots of time outdoors, those who do not have air conditioning, young children, the elderly, and those with chronic ailments.

* AFFECTED AREAS: CLEAR LAKE/SOUTHERN LAKE COUNTY ... CENTRAL SACRAMENTO VALLEY ... SOUTHERN SACRAMENTO VALLEY ... NORTHERN SACRAMENTO VALLEY ... NORTHERN SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY ... CARQUINEZ STRAIT AND DELTA

Instructions:

An Excessive Heat Warning means that a prolonged period of hot temperatures will occur and create a DANGEROUS SITUATION in which heat illnesses are likely. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air- conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. 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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. 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. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.