Los Angeles County is the focus of an updated heat advisory released at 9:15 a.m. on Friday by the National Weather Service. The advisory is valid from 10 a.m. until Saturday, May. 10 at 9 p.m.
According to the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA, “Temperatures up to 98 degrees expected.”
“There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors,” according to the NWS.
The full list of affected locations includes:
- Santa Clarita Valley
- Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational area
- Eastern Santa Monica Mountains Recreational area
- Calabasas/Agoura Hills
- San Fernando Valley
- Santa Susana Mountains
- San Gabriel Valley
- Southern Salinas Valley
- Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range
- Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range
- Lake Casitas
- Ojai Valley
- Central Ventura County Valleys
- Southeastern Ventura County Valleys
Heat safety: Protecting yourself in hot conditions
- Stay hydrated: Remember to drink plenty of fluids.
- Find cool shelter: Stay indoors in an air-conditioned room to keep cool.
- Avoid sun exposure: Stay out of the sun, and make sure to check up on relatives and neighbors.
- Child and pet safety: Do not leave young children and pets unattended in vehicles when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
- Caution outdoors: If you must work or spend time outdoors, take extra precautions.
- Time your activities wisely: Whenever possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening hours when temperatures are more manageable.
- Recognize heat-related issues: Learn to identify the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
- Dress comfortably: Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing to stay cool.
Additional recommendations for outdoor workers:
- The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas for outdoor workers.
- If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
- In emergency situations, dial 911 for immediate assistance.
These NWS heat safety recommendations are vital for your well-being during periods of high temperatures. Stay informed and take the necessary steps to protect yourself and others from the heat’s potentially dangerous effects.