Ridgecrest, CA Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with Major to Extreme Heat Risk.
Highs 106 to 112 degrees.

* WHERE...San Joaquin Valley and adjacent foothills, Lake Isabella,
and the Kern River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events, especially those with little overnight relief
from the heat.

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.

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 early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

If you do not have air conditioning in your home or lack shelter,
seek out resources provided by your local community management.

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