Headline:
Heat Advisory issued March 20 at 3:36PM PDT until March 21 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 20, 2026 - 3:36pm
Expires:
March 21, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Hot temperatures climbing to near-30 degrees above seasonal
normals.
* WHERE...In California, Owens Valley. In Nevada, Esmeralda and
Central Nye County and Lincoln County.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Extreme early-season heat coupled with high
tourism rates will make this heat very dangerous, particularly for
thMSose not acclimated to the heat and/or traveling from cooler
climates. Numerous daily and monthly heat records are in jeopardy
through at least Sunday.
Instruction:
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.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Area Description:
Owens Valley; Esmeralda and Central Nye County; Lincoln County
Forcast Office:
NWS Las Vegas NV
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