UPDATE: The Excessive Heat Watch issued by the National Weather Service earlier has been upgraded to a Heat Advisory and has been extended from Friday through Tuesday.
Very hot conditions with temperatures up to 100 to 105 degrees expected over the holiday weekend with well above normal overnight low temperatures of 65 to 70. These temperatures will reach or exceed daily records in many places.
The advisory is for all of western Nevada and northeast California, including the cities of Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Minden, Yerington, Fallon, Fernley, Nixon, Lovelock, Hawthorne, Gerlach, Susanville and Cedarville. The advisory is from 11 a.m. Friday to 9 p.m. Tuesday.
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Temperatures of 100-plus across the Carson City region and western Nevada has prompted the National Weather Service to issue an Excessive Heat Watch from Saturday morning through Monday night.
Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 100 to 105 degrees are expected over the holiday weekend with well above normal overnight low temperatures of 65 to 70. These temperatures will reach or exceed daily records in many places, according to the weather service.
The Excessive Heat Watch extends to all of western Nevada and northeast California, including the cities of Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Minden, Yerington, Fallon, Fernley, Nixon, Lovelock, Hawthorne, Gerlach, Susanville and Cedarville.
Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those without sufficient cooling or hydration resources, and those working or participating in outdoor activities, according to the weather service.
While daytime high temperatures will be near or above records, limited overnight cooling and the duration of extreme heat will exacerbate heat health impacts especially for those without air conditioning, according to the weather service.
Forecasters advise people to be prepared for the heat, 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. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
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.
The weather service also advises to 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 911.
Meanwhile, NV Energy alerted customers Tuesday of the extreme heat in the forecast and increased air conditioner usage, which leads to increased energy bills. The utility advises customers to set their thermostat to 78 to 80 degrees when home during the day when considering conserving energy and saving on energy bills.
The utility offered the following steps to avoid heat-related injury and illness:
— Never leave people or pets alone in a closed car
— Drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty
— Avoid outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day
— Recognize the signs of heat illness
— Use sun protection
