The National Weather Service says dangerous heat will hit the San Francisco Bay Area this weekend bringing high temperatures throughout the area. People are encouraged to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities during the afternoon, and remember to never leave people or pets in locked vehicles.
The warning will remain in effect from 11:00 am Saturday to 11:00 pm Sunday. Temperatures are expected to be in the 90’s to 110 inland. Overnight lows in the 60’s in the valleys and 70’s to 80’s in the hill.
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
Marin Coastal Range-Sonoma Coastal Range-North Bay Interior Mountains-North Bay Interior Valleys-East Bay Interior Valleys-Santa Cruz Mountains-Santa Clara Valley…including San Jose-Eastern Santa Clara Hills-East Bay Hills-Southern Salinas Valley…Arroyo Seco…and Lake San Antonio-Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest-Mountains of San Benito and Interior Monterey County including Pinnacles National Park-
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SATURDAY TO 11 PM PDT SUNDAY…
- WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures in the 90s to near 110 inland. Overnight lows in the 60s in the valleys, 70s and 80s in the hills.
- WHERE…Interior portions of the North, East, and South Bay as well as the Santa Cruz mountains and interior Central Coast.
- WHEN…From 11 AM Saturday to 11 PM PDT Sunday.
- IMPACTS…Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
- ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The combination of warm nights and hot days will be most prevalent Saturday and Sunday. In addition to the heat, individuals should be mindful of the elevated fire danger over the weekend, especially inland and at higher elevations where there will be little overnight relief fro the marine layer.
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 heat stroke. 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.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
City of Antioch to Open Cooling Centers
Ahead of the heat wave this weekend, the Antioch Community Center and Nick Rodriguez Community Center are open from 12pm-8pm Saturday, July 15th and Sunday, July 16th as cooling centers when temperatures reach over 102 degrees.
The City of Antioch is committed to providing a safe, cool place for residents at the Antioch Community Center and the Nick Rodriguez Community Center. Residents without home air conditioning, or with health conditions made worse with extreme heat and poor air quality are encouraged to seek out the cooling centers.
During these periods of excessive heat 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.
Antioch Community Center: 4703 Lone Tree Way
Nick Rodriguez Community Center: 213 F Street