Extreme heat warning issued for Los Angeles County


High temperatures expected from July 2 to July 8

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued an Extreme Heat Warning due to high temperatures predicted for several areas from Tuesday, July 2, 2024 through Monday, July 8, 2024. Affected areas include:

Eastern Antelope Valley Western Antelope Valley Antelope Valley Western San Gabriel Mountains/Highway 14 Corridor Northwestern Los Angeles County Mountains Santa Clarita Valley West San Fernando Valley West Santa Monica Mountains East Santa Monica Mountains Calabasas/Agoura Hills East San Fernando Valley Santa Susana Mountains East San Gabriel Mountains San Gabriel Valley

Public health officials are urging residents to take precautions to avoid heatstroke, especially those who are more vulnerable to extreme heat: older adults, young children, outdoor workers, athletes and people with chronic medical conditions.

“This heat wave is serious. We’re used to hot temperatures in California, but it’s not going to cool down overnight. As you gather to celebrate Independence Day this week, please take care of one another and take steps to stay safe. Californians, don’t let this heat surprise you.”

Health recommendations for hot weather include:

Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. If you must go out, avoid the hottest hours, wear sunscreen, wear light, light-colored clothing, and use a hat or umbrella. Do not leave children or pets in the car, even if the window is slightly open. If you see a child or pet alone in the car, call 911. Watch for heat illnesses, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Symptoms include high body temperature (over 103°F), vomiting, dizziness, confusion, and hot, red, dry, or clammy skin. Heat stroke is a medical emergency. If you experience these symptoms, call 911 immediately. Check on people at risk for heat illness, including sick people, elderly people, pregnant women, children, people living alone, pets, people working outdoors, and athletes. Contact your utility company to see if there are any scheduled rolling blackouts.

“Taking care of yourself is important, but it’s equally important to reach out to those in need. We need to look out for those who are more likely to get sick from the heat – the elderly, those who are unwell, pregnant women, children and those who live alone. Hot weather is not only uncomfortable, it can be dangerous,” said Los Angeles County Health Commissioner Muntu Davis, MD. “You can protect yourself, your loved ones, friends and neighbors by staying hydrated and staying cool. If you have elderly or unwell family members or neighbors, please check in on them regularly to make sure they are safe and well.”

County and city partners have set up cooling centers for residents without access to air conditioning. For locations, visit ready.lacounty.gov/heat or call 211.

Los Angeles County residents and business owners, as well as individuals with disabilities and those who need access or functionality assistance, can call 211 for emergency preparedness information and other referral services. The toll-free number is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Los Angeles County 211 services can also be accessed at 211la.org.



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