Excessive Heat Warning until 08:00PM Monday
* WHAT...Dangerous heat with afternoon highs between 104 and 113 degrees. Overnight lows in the 70s to lower 80s.
* WHERE...Indian Wells Valley and Kern County Desert.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, are possible for most people, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration.
* AFFECTED AREAS: KERN COUNTY DESERT ... INDIAN WELLS VALLEY
Instructions:
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.
Address/Location
City of Tehachapi
220 W C St
Tehachapi, CA 93561
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 661-822-2222
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP TEHACHAPI followed by your message, to 888777
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Excessive Heat Warning