Includes Mariposa, Oakhurst
May 24, 2020 - The National Weather Service Hanford Office reports an Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for the San Joaquin Valley, West Side Hills, and Sierra Nevada foothills from 12:00 P.M. Tuesday afternoon until 7:00 P.M. Thursday evening.
An Excessive Heat Warning means that a prolonged period of dangerously hot temperatures is expected.
Heat related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke are possible.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun, and remain in an air-conditioned room.
Excessive Heat Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Hanford CA 1233 PM PDT Sun May 24 2020 West Side Hills-San Joaquin Confluence-Merced and Madera- Western San Joaquin Valley-Foggy Bottom-Fresno-Tulare County- Southern Kings County-Western San Joaquin Valley in Kern County- Eastern San Joaquin Valley in Kern County-Bakersfield- Central Sierra Foothills-Southern Sierra Foothills- Including the cities of Avenal, Coalinga, San Luis Reservoir, Los Banos, Mendota, Merced, Madera, Atwater, Lemoore Station, Five Points, Kettleman City, Hanford, Lemoore, Corcoran, Fresno, Goshen, Visalia, Tulare, Porterville, Alpaugh, Wasco, Shafter, Delano, Bakersfield, Coarsegold, Oakhurst, Squaw Valley, Auberry, North Fork, Mariposa, Springville, and Three Rivers 1233 PM PDT Sun May 24 2020 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TUESDAY TO 7 PM PDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. In the San Joaquin Valley and West Side Hills, high temperatures of 103 to 107 degrees each afternoon Tuesday through Thursday. In the Sierra Nevada foothills, high temperatures of 95 to 100 degrees each afternoon Tuesday through Thursday. * WHERE...In the San Joaquin Valley, West Side Hills, and Sierra Nevada foothills. * WHEN...Valid fron 12 Noon PDT Tuesday afternoon until 7 PM PDT Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Heat related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, are possible for most people if simple precautions are not taken. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rivers and streams in Central California are cold and swift. Brief exposure to the cold water of a river or stream may lead to hypothermia. Rivers and streams are dangerous places to seek cooling 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. 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.Source: NWS
