A heat advisory has been issued for the Santa Clarita Valley and other parts of Los Angeles County over the weekend.

The Los Angeles County Health Officer issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the Santa Clarita Valley from Friday through Monday due to high temperatures in the weekend forecast. Other areas affected include:

• Santa Clarita Valley – Friday, July 9 through Monday, July 12
• Antelope Valley – Friday, July 9 through Tuesday, July 13
• West San Fernando Valley – Saturday, July 10 through Monday, July 12

Friday through Monday, the Santa Clarita Valley is projected to experience temperatures from the mid-90s up to 105 degrees, cooling to the lower 70s overnight.  Winds are expected to be between 10 to 25 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service.

Public Health reminds everyone to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness, especially older adults, young children, outdoor workers, athletes, and people with chronic medical conditions who are especially sensitive to negative health impacts from extreme heat.

“High temperatures are not just an inconvenience, they can be dangerous and even deadly,” said Dr. Muntu Davis, Los Angeles County Health Officer. “But we can protect ourselves, our families, and our neighbors if we take steps to remain cool and hydrated.”

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Public Health offers the following recommendations during high-temperature days:

• Drink plenty of water and keep hydrated throughout the day.
• If you must go out, plan your day to avoid going out during the hottest hours, and wear sunscreen. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothes, and wear a hat or use an umbrella.
• Cars get very hot. Never leave children or pets in cars and call 911 if you see a child or pet in a car alone.
• Beware of heat-related illness, like heat stroke and call 911 if you see these symptoms: high body temperature, vomiting, and pale and clammy skin.
• Check on those at risk, like those who are sick, older adults, pregnant women, and children, and those who live alone.
• If you are wearing a mask, avoid strenuous workouts wearing face coverings or masks not intended for athletic purposes.
• Visit your power company’s website or contact them by phone to determine if you are scheduled for a rolling power outage.

“It is critically important to never leave children, elderly people, or pets unattended in homes with no air conditioning and particularly in vehicles, even if the windows are ‘cracked’ or open, as temperatures inside can quickly rise to life-threatening levels,” Davis said. “If you have an elderly or infirm neighbor who is without air conditioning, check on them throughout the day.”

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