INSTRUCTIONS

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

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 lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. 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.

DESCRIPTION

* WHAT…Temperatures up to 105 expected.

* WHERE…Del Norte Interior, Southwestern Humboldt and Northern Humboldt Interior Counties. Areas closer to the coast may see cooler temperatures due to the marine influence.

* WHEN…From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Areas 500 to 2,000 feet above the valley floors will see lows remain in the 70s providing little overnight relief.