An updated heat advisory covers Bay Area inland regions from Thursday 10 a.m. until Friday, Aug. 22, at 10 p.m. Temperatures are expected from the 90s to near 105. Hot conditions can cause heat illnesses and affect individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration. Some health systems and heat-sensitive industries may experience impacts. Affected locations include North Bay Interior Mountains; East Bay Interior Valleys; Santa Cruz Mountains; Santa Clara Valley including San Jose; Eastern Santa Clara Hills; East Bay Hills; Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio; Santa Lucia Mountains; Los Padres National Forest Mountains of San Benito County; and Interior Monterey County including Pinnacles National Park. Safety advice includes staying hydrated, seeking air-conditioned shelter, avoiding sun exposure, not leaving children or pets in vehicles, taking precautions when outdoors, wearing lightweight loose clothing, recognizing heat-related symptoms, and following OSHA recommendations for frequent rest breaks.
The advisory is valid from Thursday 10 a.m. until Friday Aug. 22, at 10 p.m. According to the NWS San Francisco CA, Temperatures from the 90s to near 105 expected. Hot conditions can cause heat illnesses. This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries, the NWS said.
Stay hydrated: Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Seek cool shelter: Opt for an air-conditioned room to stay comfortable. 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.
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