On Thursday at 10:22 a.m. an extreme heat watch was issued by the National Weather Service valid from Tuesday 8 a.m. until Thursday June 25, at 9 p.m. for Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles.
“Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 88 degrees possible in Downtown Los Angeles and 85 in Inglewood. Hottest Wednesday and Thursday,” the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA said. “Temperatures are expected to cool slightly after Thursday but will remain well above normal through next weekend.”
“There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors,” according to the NWS.
Staying safe in high temperatures
Safety tips from the Environmental Health and Safety office at UC Irvine:
- Drink water: Drinking plenty of water frequently is vital for those exposed to heat. An individual may produce as much as 2 to 3 gallons of sweat per day. To replenish that fluid you should drink 3 to 4 cups of water every hour.
- Take breaks: Taking breaks in a cool shaded area and allowing time for recovery from the heat during the day are effective ways to avoid heat-related illness.
- Avoid some beverages: Avoid or limit the use of alcohol and caffeine during periods of extreme heat. Both dehydrate the body.
- Stop and rest: If you start to feel symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, weakness or unusual fatigue, rest in a cool shaded area. If symptoms persist or worsen seek immediate medical attention.
- Clothing: Whenever possible, wear clothing that provides protection from the sun but allows airflow to the body. Protect your head and shade your eyes when outdoors.
- Be prepared: When in the heat be sure to pay extra attention to those you’re with and be sure you know how to call for medical attention.
For information about cooling centers operated by Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, see https://ready.lacounty.gov/heat/, https://ocgov.com/cooling-centers, https://capriverside.org/cool-centers and DPH.
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