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City of Tehachapi
Tuesday August 13th, 2019 :: 01:59 p.m. PDT

Advisory

Excessive Heat Warning until 08:00PM Thursday

The National Weather Service in Hanford has issued an Excessive Heat Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday. Heat Advisories have also been issued. A Heat Advisory is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Wednesday and then again from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Friday. The Excessive Heat Watch is no longer in effect.

* TEMPERATURES...100 to 106 Wednesday and Friday. 103 to 109 Thursday.

* TIMING...Hottest temperatures occurring between 11 AM and 8 PM each day.

* IMPACTS...The hot temperatures can cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure. Power infrastructure and systems may be stressed due to the increase in electrical consumption.

* AFFECTED AREAS: WEST SIDE HILLS ... FOGGY BOTTOM ... TULARE COUNTY ... EASTERN KERN COUNTY ... FRESNO ... WESTERN SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY ... SAN JOAQUIN CONFLUENCE ... BAKERSFIELD ... WESTERN KERN COUNTY ... SOUTHERN KINGS COUNTY ... MERCED AND MADERA

Instructions:

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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Address/Location
City of Tehachapi
220 W C St
Tehachapi, CA 93561

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 661-822-2222

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Excessive Heat Warning

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