The latest heat wave to hit Southern California is expected to last throughout the workweek.
Afternoon highs are expected to be between about 10 degrees above normal for most areas, including the San Fernando Valley, where afternoon highs will top out around 103.
A heat advisory for temperatures as high as 107 degrees remains in place through 8 p.m. for portions of Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
Whether you live in a desert community or closer to the beach, local officials urge residents to take precautions to stay safe during the heat wave.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Stay hydrated, wear loose-fitted, light-colored clothes and hats
- Avoid exercising outdoors when it is too hot.
- Stay cool by staying in the shade outside, setting air conditioners between 75 and 80 degrees, and closing windows, shades, and blinds when inside.
- If those options aren’t feasible, people can visit nearby cooling centers. A list of ones across California can be found here.
- Drink at least 2 cups of water every hour, even if you’re not feeling thirsty.
- Check-in on friends and family, especially elderly relatives or neighbors. Call 911 in case of a high fever or other emergencies.
- Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables, especially those with high water content.
- Wear sunscreen and avoid too much sun time.
- Bring pets inside and make sure they have fresh water.
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks
- Take cold showers
- Check-in on vulnerable populations, like the elderly, people with severe or long-term illnesses and people who live on their own
