Excessive Heat Warning issued Sunday National Weather Service
September 14, 2014
By Peggy Kelly
Santa Paula News
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning in the Los Angeles and Ventura counties areas through Tuesday, including Santa Paula.
The alert of the dangerously hot weather expected was issued Sunday at about 2 p.m. when temperatures in Santa Paula were recorded as high as 104 degrees in some locations and "lows" of 92 degrees in others.
No matter where, it's unbearably hot and to the point of being potentially dangerous.
According to the National Weather Service a strong ridge of high pressure will maintain very hot weather and near record temperatures through Tuesday.
Temperatures are expected to rise to between 105 and 110 degrees from late morning through early evening through Tuesday in the valleys of Los Angeles and Ventura counties and in the Santa Monica Mountains.
Hot weather is also expected each day in lower elevations of the mountains and across the Antelope Valley, with highs between 98 and 105 degrees. Across the coastal plain, highs will generally range from the 80s at the beaches to the 90s to near 100 degrees across interior sections.
The National Weather Service's excessive heat warning will stay in effect until 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 16.
The combination of heat and the humidity expected in some areas will create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are possible, especially for the elderly and youth.
According to a National Weather Service statement, "Never, ever, leave people or pets in enclosed vehicles, even for a short period of time with the windows cracked open," as heat can rise within minutes to oven-like cooking temperatures.
Those working outside must take extra precautions... to reduce risk during outdoor work the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening; remember, animal's can burn their paws on concrete and asphalt, make sure outdoor animals have shelter and water.
Wear lightweight, loose fitting clothing and drink plenty of water.
Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke... anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded Location. Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency - call 911.
Remember: make sure no one can enter your home through opened windows. If you must keep windows cracked to allow cool evening air into your residence use a bar or locking mechanism to make sure they cannot be opened enough to allow entry.
