Extreme Heat Warning issued August 21 at 7:31PM PDT until August 23 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 115 to
118 degrees expected through Death Valley and the lower Colorado
River Valley, with highs between 107 to 110 degrees elsewhere. Near
record warm low temperatures expected in urban areas.
* WHERE...Lake Mohave, Lake Mead, Lower Colorado River Valley / Lake
Havasu, Northwest Deserts, Death Valley National Park, and Las
Vegas Valley.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
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.
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.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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