Værmelding for Western Nevada Regional Youth Center

Excessive Heat Warning issued July 7 at 1:27PM PDT until July 12 at 10:00AM PDT by NWS Reno NV* WHAT...Hot daytime temperatures near 105 degrees and limitedovernight cooling with morning lows in the mid 60s to mid 70sthrough most of this week will result in a prolonged period ofMajor HeatRisk and heat health impacts.* WHERE...Northern Washoe County, Western Nevada Basin and Rangeincluding Pyramid Lake, Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, andMineral and Southern Lyon Counties.* WHEN...Until 10 AM PDT Friday.* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly duringextreme heat events, particularly for those working orparticipating in outdoor activities.Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out ofthe sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leavechildren and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reachlethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety andHealth Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks inshaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heatshould be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is anemergency! Call 9 1 1.

National Weather Service