Posted by: thepinetree on 05/31/2021 02:55 PM
Updated by: thepinetree on 05/31/2021 02:55 PM
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Heat Warnings Continue Till Tuesday Evening. Temps 20 - 25 Degrees Cooler in High Country
Arnold, CA...An early-season heat event will impact interior northern California early this week due to high pressure in place over the region. High temperatures will climb above the century mark across much of the Valley and lower foothills today. Expected highs across the Valley and foothills will range from 95 to 110 degrees.
These hot afternoon temperatures combined with warm overnight lows in the 60s to mid 70s will result in widespread moderate to high heat risk. The Delta Breeze will bring cooling to the Sacramento and Stockton areas on Tuesday while it will still remain hot further inland.
The complete warning from the National Weather Service is below...
Excessive Heat Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
412 AM PDT Mon May 31 2021
...Excessive heat early this week...
.An early-season heat event will impact interior northern
California early this week due to high pressure in place over the
region. High temperatures will climb above the century mark
across much of the Valley and lower foothills today. Expected
highs across the Valley and foothills will range from 95 to 110
degrees. These hot afternoon temperatures combined with warm
overnight lows in the 60s to mid 70s will result in widespread
moderate to high heat risk. The Delta Breeze will bring cooling
to the Sacramento and Stockton areas on Tuesday while it will
still remain hot further inland.
CAZ017-019-067-010000-
/O.CON.KSTO.EH.W.0001.210531T1900Z-210602T0400Z/
Southern Sacramento Valley-Northern San Joaquin Valley-Motherlode-
Including the cities of Sacramento, Stockton, Modesto,
Grass Valley, and Jackson
412 AM PDT Mon May 31 2021
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO
9 PM PDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Hot conditions with afternoon highs in the upper 90s to
around 108 degrees, hottest today. Delta breeze cooling Tuesday
for Sacramento and Stockton areas but still hot further
inland.
* WHERE...Southern Sacramento Valley, Northern San Joaquin Valley
and surrounding foothills.
* WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM PDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Widespread moderate to high heat risk. Heat-related
illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke can occur
due to prolonged exposure to hot temperatures. Most vulnerable
include children, the elderly, those without air conditioning,
and those with chronic ailments. Holiday travelers, hikers,
campers, and outdoor enthusiasts should prepare for the
excessive 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.
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