SOCAL Heat Advisory Includes Beverly Hills
BEVERLY HILLS—On July 6, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a heat advisory for Southern California including; Downtown Los Angeles, Compton, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Culver City, and Norwalk.
The heat advisory remains in effect from Wednesday, July 8, at 10 a.m. until Friday, July 10, at 8 p.m. The NWS predicts temperatures up to 90 degrees in Los Angeles County’s Inland Coast including downtown Los Angeles.
“There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning and those that are active outdoors,” the NWS stated. “The warmest temperatures with this event are expected to occur Wednesday and Thursday afternoons with only a very modest cool down Friday providing little relief. Temperatures are expected to cool down slightly over the weekend but remain above normal into the following week.”
On July 6, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) notified the public of the heat advisory listing other areas including (but not limited to) the following areas thru July 10:
-Santa Clarita Valley
-West San Fernando Valley
-East San Fernando Valley
-Santa Susana Mountains
-Western San Gabriel Mountains and the Hwy 14 Corridor
-East San Gabriel Mountains
-San Gabriel Valley
-Northwest LA County Mountains
-From Wednesday, July 8 through Friday, July 10, Los Angeles Inland Coast.
LACDPH warns that the hot weather is, “expected to cause discomfort and may lead to heat-related illness for those who are vulnerable to heat.”
Health officials remind the public to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, take cool showers and baths, stay indoors.
“Watch out for each other. Check on those who are sick or have chronic conditions, older adults, pregnant people, children, those who live alone, pets, outdoor workers, and athletes.”
The LACDPH emphasized the importance of knowing how to recognize if someone may be experiencing a heat-related illness. Symptoms may include a body temperature of 103 degrees or higher, dizziness, nausea, passing out, headache, a fast, strong pulse, confusion, and hot, red, dry, or damp skin. Heat stroke and heat related deaths are prevalent in extreme heat. LACDPH advises the public to take precautions and call 911 if these symptoms are present.
By Sharon