Heat Advisory in effect from 8:00 AM Saturday to 11:00 PM Sunday, August 15-16
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Daytime highs of up to 104* expected for areas of Klamath Basin, Modoc, and Siskiyou counties.
Hot weather returns to southern Oregon and northern California as a long-duration heat wave will create extremely hot temperatures during the days with warm overnight low temperatures. Saturday will be the hottest day with several record or near record temperatures forecast. An excessive heat warning as well as a heat advisory starts today at 11 AM and continues through the weekend.
WHERE
California
Portions of south-central and eastern Siskiyou County and northwest Modoc County, including McCloud, Mount Shasta City, Tennant, and Macdoel, and portions of the Oregon Cascades, Siskiyou Mountains.
Oregon
Southern Oregon Cascades and Klamath Basin, including Klamath Falls, Bonanza, Keno, Modoc Point, and Union Creek.
WHEN
From 8 AM Saturday to 11 PM PDT Sunday. The hottest temperatures are expected Saturday.
IMPACTS
Very hot temperatures will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The combination of warm overnight temperatures, very hot temperatures with strong solar radiation, and dry conditions will make it difficult to stay hydrated and cool. Drink plenty of fluids, take breaks in the shade, don`t forget who or what`s in your back seat, wear sunscreen, and take precautions if venturing into cold water or rushing waters by wearing a life jacket.
PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible. 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. Heatstroke is an emergency! Call 911.
Please use extreme caution.
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