Full Notification

* WHAT...A prolonged period of dangerously hot conditions with record and near record temperatures up to 105 to 115 degrees. Limited overnight relief, especially in the foothills.

* WHERE...Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, Delta, and adjacent foothills and mountains.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most significant heat is forecast to occur through Tuesday with excessive heat continuing through Friday. There will be limited overnight relief with low temperatures only in the upper 60s to mid 80s.

* AFFECTED AREAS: SHASTA LAKE AREA / NORTHERN SHASTA COUNTY ... NORTHERN SACRAMENTO VALLEY ... CENTRAL SACRAMENTO VALLEY ... SOUTHERN SACRAMENTO VALLEY ... CARQUINEZ STRAIT AND DELTA ... NORTHERN SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY ... MOUNTAINS SOUTHWESTERN SHASTA COUNTY TO WESTERN COLUSA COUNTY ... NORTHEAST FOOTHILLS/SACRAMENTO VALLEY ... MOTHERLODE ... WESTERN PLUMAS COUNTY/LASSEN PARK ... WEST SLOPE NORTHERN SIERRA NEVADA

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.