Non-Precipitation Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Phoenix, AZ
Issued by NWS Phoenix, AZ
823 WWUS75 KPSR 281951 NPWPSR URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Phoenix AZ 1251 PM MST Fri Jun 28 2024 AZZ530-CAZ562-566-567-569-570-291100- /O.EXT.KPSR.EH.A.0005.240630T1700Z-240706T0300Z/ Parker Valley-Imperial County Southwest-Imperial County West- Imperial Valley-Palo Verde Valley-Chuckwalla Valley- Including the cities of Parker, Ocotillo, Plaster City, Calexico, Alamorio, Blythe, Ehrenberg, Midland, Coolidge Springs, Winona, Coyote Wells, Ripley, Salton City, Brawley, Palo Verde, Martinez Lake, El Centro, and Mountain Spring 1251 PM MST Fri Jun 28 2024 /1251 PM PDT Fri Jun 28 2024/ ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions possible. Afternoon temperatures 109 to 115. Major Heat Risk. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke. * WHERE...Southwest corner of Imperial County, Western Imperial County, Parker Valley, Imperial Valley, Palo Verde Valley, and Chuckwalla Valley. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... An Excessive 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. Stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. Drink water, more than usual, and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary, or caffeinated drinks. Dress for the heat - lightweight and light-colored clothing. Eat small meals and eat more often. Monitor those with a higher vulnerability to heat, including small children. Check in on family, friends, and neighbors, especially the elderly. If engaging in outdoor activity, take longer and more frequent breaks and avoid the hottest parts of the day. Never leave kids or pets unattended in cars. Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county officials for more details, which may include guidance for proper social distancing measures. Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. Early signs include thirst and muscle cramps. Heat exhaustion may include: cool, moist, pale skin; headache; dizziness; weakness or exhaustion; nausea. The most serious illness is heat stroke, which may include: vomiting; confusion; throbbing headache; decreased alertness or loss of consciousness; high body temperature (above 105F); hot, dry skin; rapid, weak pulse; rapid, shallow breathing; seizures. Heat stroke can be DEADLY. Treat as an emergency and call 9 1 1. Continue to monitor NWS forecasts, broadcast outlets, and local government for updates. && $$