Weather Alerts for Salton Sea

Issued by the National Weather Service

Extreme Heat Watch  EXTREME HEAT WATCH   Extreme Heat Watch
SALTON SEA

Areas Affected:
Imperial County Southwest - Salton Sea - Imperial County West
Effective: Thu, 5/7 11:33pm Updated: Fri, 5/8 4:03am Urgency: Future
Next Update: Fri, 5/8 3:30pm Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions possible. Afternoon temperatures
105 to 112 degrees. Major Heat Risk.

* WHERE...Southwest corner of Imperial County, Western Imperial
County, and Salton Sea.

* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat
exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat
stroke

Information:
An Extreme Heat Watch means that a period of very hot temperatures,
even by local standards, may occur. Actions should be taken to
lessen the impact of the extreme heat.

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
and drink plenty of water.

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.