Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 7 at 6:45AM PDT until August 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 7, 2026 - 6:45am
Expires:
August 7, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with multiple days of Major to
Extreme Heat Risk.
* WHERE...Indian Wells Valley, Mojave Desert, and Mojave Desert
Slopes.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events, especially those with little overnight relief
from the heat.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dangerously hot conditions with high
temperatures up to 112 degrees. Overnight lows will range from
75-80 degrees.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
If you do not have air conditioning in your home or lack shelter,
seek out resources provided by your local community management.
Area Description:
Indian Wells Valley; Mojave Desert Slopes; Mojave Desert
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov