The Public Health Service has issued an extreme heat warning for a large part of Los Angeles County Monday afternoon.
From July 2 through Monday, July 8, 2024, officials are advising residents of the following areas to take precautions to prevent heat-related illness. Those most at risk include the elderly, younger children, people who work outdoors, athletes, and people with chronic medical conditions that make them sensitive to extreme heat.
- Eastern Antelope Valley
- Western Antelope Valley
- Antelope Valley
- Western San Gabriel Mountains/ Highway 14 Corridor
- Northwest LA County Mountains
- Western San Fernando Valley
- Western Santa Monica Mountains
- Eastern Santa Monica Mountains
- Calabasas/Agoura Hills
- Eastern San Fernando Valley
- Santa Susana Mountains
- Eastern San Gabriel Mountains
The Santa Clarita Valley is also under a brief extreme heat warning from Wednesday through next Monday.
“Hot days aren’t just uncomfortable — they can be dangerous,” said Los Angeles County Health Officer Dr. Muntu Davis. “But if we make sure we stay hydrated and stay cool, we can protect ourselves and our loved ones, friends and neighbors.”
Davis and his team advise all residents to drink plenty of water and stay hydrated throughout the day. People who must go outside during the hottest hours, usually midday, should use sunscreen, wear light-colored clothing, and carry a hat or umbrella.
Never leave children or pets in cars, even with the windows open. If someone sees a child or pet alone in a car, authorities advise calling 911.
Heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke, can cause symptoms such as high body temperature, vomiting, dizziness, confusion, and hot, red, dry, or moist skin. Anyone with a combination of these symptoms should call 911 immediately.
“While it is critical that we take care of ourselves, it is equally important that we reach out to those who need it,” Davis said. “We need to be looking out for those who are more likely to get sick in the heat, including the elderly, the sick, pregnant women, children and people who live alone.”
Similar warnings are in effect in the Inland Empire, Orange County and Ventura County. The National Weather Service is predicting temperatures of 95 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas and 104 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit in valleys far from the coast.
Cooling centers in LA County and LA City can be found here. You can also call 211 to find a location near you.
