Active Alerts Jackson, CA

Excessive Heat Watch
Issued at Thu 1:34 PM Jun. 27
Issued by: National Weather Service
Recommended Action

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out ofthe sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Carinteriors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

Description

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 100 to 110possible and widespread Major HeatRisk. Limited overnight reliefwith low temperatures in the mid 60s to upper 70s.* WHERE...Central Sacramento Valley, Motherlode, MountainsSouthwestern Shasta County to Western Colusa County, NortheastFoothills/Sacramento Valley, Northern Sacramento Valley, NorthernSan Joaquin Valley, and Southern Sacramento Valley.* WHEN...From Monday morning through Thursday evening.* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly duringextreme heat events, particularly for those working orparticipating in outdoor activities.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat could significantly impact outdoorholiday activities. Hottest temperatures are expected Wednesday.Area waterways will continue to run cold and fast, creatingdangerous conditions for those seeking relief in rivers and lakes.