Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 10 at 11:29AM PDT until August 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 10, 2026 - 11:29am
Expires:
August 10, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...High temperatures up to 105 degrees and Major Heat Risk
today.
* WHERE...Mariposa-Madera Lower Sierra. Includes Mariposa, North
Fork, Oakhurst, Coarsegold, and El Portal.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and limited overnight relief may cause
heat illnesses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Afternoon high temperatures of 102 to 110
degrees will occur until Monday, with the hottest temperatures
expected today and mainly for elevations around 3,000 feet and
lower. Overnight lows will generally only fall into the mid 60s to
mid 70s with little overnight relief.
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:
Mariposa-Madera Lower Sierra
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov