Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 28 at 9:57AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 28, 2026 - 9:57am
Expires:
August 2, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, hot temperatures of 90 to 100
expected. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with temperatures of 95 to 105 expected.
* WHERE...Interstate 5 Corridor and Western San Gabriel Mountains and
Highway 14 Corridor.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM Thursday to 10 AM PDT
Friday. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT
Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat hazards may extend into next week for
portions of the region.
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.
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.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
If you do not have air conditioning in your home or lack shelter, you
can call 2 1 1 for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the
heat.
Area Description:
Interstate 5 Corridor; Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
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