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NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1219 AM PDT Sun Oct 4 2026

CAZ522-042315-
/O.NEW.KVEF.XH.W.0007.261004T1800Z-261010T0300Z/
Death Valley National Park-
Including the cities of Shoshone, Stovepipe Wells, and Furnace Creek
1219 AM PDT Sun Oct 4 2026

...EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM PDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures near 110
  degrees and overnight lows only getting down to around 85 degrees.
  This will yield at least major heat risk, impacting anyone without
  adequate cooling and hydration.

* WHERE...Elevations in Death Valley National Park below 2000 feet.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
  extreme heat events.

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.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

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.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

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MW