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Heat advisory in place for Yosemite from Friday to Sunday – The Mercury News
Yosemite is under a heat advisory which was released by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 11:49 a.m. The advisory is valid from Friday 11 a.m. until Sunday, Jun. 1 at 7 a.m.
The NWS Hanford CA said, “Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 106 degrees possible.”
“Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events,” the NWS said.
The full list of affected locations includes:
- Yosemite Valley
- West Side Mountains north of 198
- Los Banos – Dos Palos
- Merced – Madera – Mendota
- Planada – Le Grand – Snelling
- Coalinga – Avenal
- West Side of Fresno and Kings counties
- Caruthers – San Joaquin – Selma
- Fresno-Clovis
- West Side Mountains South of 198
- Buttonwillow – Lost Hills – I5
- Delano-Wasco-Shafter
- Hanford – Corcoran – Lemoore
- Visalia – Porterville – Reedley
- Bakersfield
- Southeast San Joaquin Valley
- South End San Joaquin Valley
- Mariposa Madera Foothills
- Mariposa-Madera Lower Sierra
- Fresno-Tulare Foothills
- Fresno-Tulare Lower Sierra
- South End Sierra Foothills
- Kern River Valley
- Buena Vista County
Heat safety: A guide to staying safe in high temperatures
- Stay hydrated: Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
- Find cool shelter: Stay in an air-conditioned room.
- Avoid sun exposure: Stay out of the sun, and make sure to check up on relatives and neighbors.
- Child and pet safety: Never leave young children and pets unattended in hot vehicles – car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
- Caution outdoors: Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside.
- Time your activities wisely: Consider rescheduling strenuous activities to early morning or evening if possible.
- Recognize heat-related issues: Learn to identify the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
- Dress comfortably: Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing to stay cool.
Additional tips for outdoor workers:
- For outdoor workers, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
- If someone is overwhelmed by the heat, swiftly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
- In emergencies, call 911 for immediate assistance.
These NWS heat safety directives are essential for safeguarding your well-being when facing high temperatures. Stay well-informed and take the necessary precautions to shield yourself and others from the potential hazards of extreme heat.
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