Headline:
Heat Advisory issued May 11 at 9:19PM PDT until May 12 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 11, 2026 - 9:19pm
Expires:
May 12, 2026 - 6:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, high temperatures up to 102 degrees.
For the Wind Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40
mph expected.
* WHERE...West Side Mountains north of 198.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM PDT Tuesday. For the Wind
Advisory, from 5 PM Tuesday to 8 AM PDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hot
temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
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.
Area Description:
West Side Mountains north of 198
Forcast Office:
NWS Hanford CA
Sender: