FORECAST
The National Weather Service is currently forecasting the daily
maximum temperatures to be at or above 100 degrees in the Central
Valley... and into the 80s and 90s in the mountains and foothills...
through next Tuesday. The highest afternoon temperatures are forecast
to occur on Friday and Saturday when they will range from 106 to 110
degrees in the northern Sacramento Valley, 103 to 107 degrees in the
remainder of the Central Valley, and from the upper 80s to upper 90s in
the mountains/foothills. These temperatures are generally ten to
fifteen degrees above normal. Overnight temperatures in the Central
Valley and foothills will be in the mid 60s to mid 70s with mountains
temperatures in the 50s and 60s.
CONCERNS
These are not particularly unusual summertime temperatures for our
area. However, the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office of Emergency
Services is highlighting the impending heat period for public awareness
because we have been fortunate to have had relatively mild summer
temperatures for the past two years and some may not be as conscientious
about heat safety as they were previously.
The National Weather Service currently has a Special Weather
Statement in effect for the heat as well as a special WeatherStory that
contains important heat safety tips (attached).
IMPACTS
Notable impacts of the prolonged heat will be to those with outdoor
occupations, children in their last week of summer break staying out in
the heat, and to agricultural animals. This, in addition to the usual
impacts to the elderly, pets, and those without fully functioning air
conditioning units. Those who use fans instead of air conditioners will
need to drink extra portions of water as fans will dehydrate a person
faster than air conditioners.
1. Drink plenty of water.
2. Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day.
3. Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle.
4. Wear light weight and light colored clothing.
