Real Time

Areas

Parker Valley; Kofa; Yuma; Central La Paz; Southeast Yuma County; Gila River Valley; Imperial County Southwest; Imperial County Southeast; Imperial County West; Imperial Valley; Palo Verde Valley; Chuckwalla Valley

Note

Description

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 110 to 115 degrees. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Arizona and southeast California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ this 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.

Instruction

An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, will 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.

Areas

Parker Valley; Kofa; Yuma; Central La Paz; Southeast Yuma County; Gila River Valley; Imperial County Southwest; Imperial County Southeast; Imperial County West; Imperial Valley; Palo Verde Valley; Chuckwalla Valley

Note

Description

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 110 to 115 degrees. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Arizona and southeast California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ this 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.

Instruction

An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, will 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.

Areas

San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire

Note

Non-Weather Emergency Message. Not sent to IPAWS.

Description

* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to increased fine particle pollution from wildfire smoke. * WHERE...In the areas of Corona-Norco, Metropolitan Riverside County, Perris Valley and Lake Elsinore. Levels of particle pollution can vary by time and location depending on fire activity and local weather conditions. * WHEN...Through 6 PM Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Particles in wildfire smoke can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes, asthma attacks, and difficulty breathing. Everyone can be affected, but people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.

Instruction

To protect your health, if you smell or see smoke: * Remain indoors with windows and doors closed * Avoid intense outdoor physical activity * Run your air conditioner and/or an air purifier * If you must be outdoors, keep the time brief and wear a well- fitting N-95 mask * Do not use whole house fans or swamp coolers that bring in outside air if you have other methods to stay cool * Avoid other sources of pollution such as fireplaces, candles, incense, grilling, and gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipment * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... To view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the South Coast Air Quality Management District website at aqmd.gov or download the mobile app at www.aqmd.gov/mobileapp. Additional details for this air quality alert may be available at www.aqmd.gov/advisory.

Areas

Parker Valley; Kofa; Yuma; Central La Paz; Southeast Yuma County; Gila River Valley; Imperial County Southwest; Imperial County Southeast; Imperial County West; Imperial Valley; Palo Verde Valley; Chuckwalla Valley

Note

Description

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 110 to 115 degrees. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Arizona and southeast California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ this 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.

Instruction

An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, will 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.

Areas

San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire

Note

Non-Weather Emergency Message. Not sent to IPAWS.

Description

* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to increased fine particle pollution from wildfire smoke. * WHERE...In the areas of Corona-Norco, Metropolitan Riverside County, Perris Valley and Lake Elsinore. Levels of particle pollution can vary by time and location depending on fire activity and local weather conditions. * WHEN...Through 6 PM Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Particles in wildfire smoke can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes, asthma attacks, and difficulty breathing. Everyone can be affected, but people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.

Instruction

To protect your health, if you smell or see smoke: * Remain indoors with windows and doors closed * Avoid intense outdoor physical activity * Run your air conditioner and/or an air purifier * If you must be outdoors, keep the time brief and wear a well- fitting N-95 mask * Do not use whole house fans or swamp coolers that bring in outside air if you have other methods to stay cool * Avoid other sources of pollution such as fireplaces, candles, incense, grilling, and gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipment * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... To view current and forecasted air quality levels, visit the South Coast Air Quality Management District website at aqmd.gov or download the mobile app at www.aqmd.gov/mobileapp. Additional details for this air quality alert may be available at www.aqmd.gov/advisory.